Judaica (The Book of Esther, Megillah) Codex Kaufmann A14. With 8 large allegorical figures, 16 vignettes and numerous decorative floral and architectural ornaments. Full facsimile with Hungarian commentary volume by Irish Fishof. Budapest, Helikon, 1989. 393.5 x 39 cm in total, with separate prayer leaf measuring 53 x 39 cm. Wooden stick in cardboard box with gold embossing. (Cardboard with minor bumping and defect at one corner). The manuscript, which comes from the collection of the Budapest rabbi Davi Kaufmann, was probably created in Italy in the mid-18th century. It is characterised by the rich ornamentation typical of Esther scrolls (megillah) and is one of the most important writings in Judaism. The story of Esther is read publicly in the synagogue on the feast of Purim and reflects the liberation of the Jews from Persia, which is also the subject of the feast. Kaufmann (1852-1899) was a professor at the rabbinical seminary in Budapest and, in addition to his passion for collecting, maintained an extensive correspondence with Jewish scholars of his time. Very fine, high-quality workmanship on firm paper. Includes: Kaufmann Haggadah. Complete facsimile with gold overlay of Codex A422 Kaufmann. Budapest Kultura International 1990. (The Esther Scroll, The Books of Esther). With 8 big sized allegoric figures, 16 vignettes and numerous decorative floral and achitectonic decorations. Wooden rod and handle and blue publishers case. (case slightly rubbed and bumped). - The manuscript, which originate from the collection of the Budapest rabbi Kaufmann, was probably made in the 18th century in Italy. The megilla convinces through its typical rich decorations and is part of the most important writings of the Judaism. Very impressive manuscript. Added: Kaufmann Haggadah. Complete facsimile with gold edition of Codex A422 Kaufmann. Budapest Kultura International 1990.