Judaica and Hasidic Books and Manuscripts
A rare and intimate handwritten note (approx. 13.5cm x 5cm) penned by the legendary "Guardian of Jerusalem, " Rabbi Yosef Chaim Sonnenfeld. The note is written in his distinct, elegant Rabbinic cursive on a slender slip of paper. Such notes were frequently used by the Rabbi to record specific instructions, personal thoughts, or brief responses to those seeking his guidance while he traversed the streets of the Old City. This artifact serves as a direct, physical link to one of the most influential and pious leaders of the pre-state Ashkenazi community in Eretz Yisrael.
Notable Connection:
Rabbi Sonnenfeld was famous for his absolute refusal to benefit from public funds, living in a tiny, one-room apartment in the Old City of Jerusalem. This humble note, written on a simple scrap of paper, is a perfect reflection of his character—a man who lived with the utmost simplicity while carrying the weight of the entire community on his shoulders. For many collectors, a piece of his handwriting is cherished not just as an autograph, but as a reminder of the uncompromising integrity and holiness that defined the "Old Yishuv" of Jerusalem.
Condition report:
Fair-Good. The paper exhibits natural age-toning and vertical fold lines. There is minor chipping and fraying at the edges, particularly on the right side, which is common for paper of this age and type. The handwriting remains dark, vibrant, and fully legible.
Share this lot:
