The Haggadah for Passover, illustrated by Ben Shahn. Translation, introduction and notes by Cecil Roth. Paris-London: Trianon Press, 1966. Hebrew and English.
Passover Haggadah, accompanied by impressive illustrations by Ben Shahn, signed by the artist on the title page; limited, numbered edition of 292 copies. Copy no. III of XX copies issued with an additional folder of prints – two sets of the Haggadah illustrations on Arches Vergé paper, one of color plates and the other of uncolored plates; trial proof of the title page.
The Haggadah and folder are housed in an elegant, gilt decorated parchment case, with metal clasps.
Enclosed: original promotional pamphlet and notice sent to subscribers of the edition.
Haggadah: 135, XXIII, [1] pages (unsewn sheets, folded); folder of prints: [1] trial proof of title page spread, [12] color plates + [12] uncolored plates. Approx. 39 cm. Good condition. Stains and minor defects.
Exhibition: Chad Gadya. Tel Aviv Museum, 2005.
Provenance: The Gross Family Collection, Tel Aviv, ALE.65.
