Machzor in magnificent silver binding. [Probably Germany, 19th century]. Silver, repoussé, pierced, and engraved (unmarked); print on paper; clothbound cardboard. Machzor in original cloth binding, covered by an elegant silver binding, pierced on both sides with a symmetrical pattern (openwork) bearing rich vegetal motifs in the form of leaves, flowers, and twisting tendrils, encircling a round, convex medallion. The spine is adorned with a matching pattern. The round medallions at the centers of the binding boards are engraved with initials, probably those of the bride and groom, in Gothic script, "G.C." on the front board and "A.C." on the back. Book: Year-round Italian rite machzor, Part II, comprising the second part of the "Bnei Roma Machzor", compiled by the scholar Shadal, Samuel David Luzzatto. Livorno: Salomone Belforte & Co., [1856].
18 pages, 217 leaves. Approx. 21 cm. Book block with gilt, gauffered edges. Fair condition. Stains, including dampstains, to numerous leaves; also including browning to title page and additional leaves. Several loose and detached leaves. Binding detached, along with several leaves at beginning and end of book. Silver binding: 22 cm. Overall good condition. Cloth cover worn. Buckle not original. Loose connections at hinges.