R' Moshe (Ramesha) Kravetz
Historian, editor and researcher of seforim who researches provenance, inscriptions, and historical context for auction catalogs and wrote much of the Tavin auction catalog discussed in the episode.
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Jan 18, 2026 • 1h 16min
AuctionChatter: Tavin Auction 1 (with R' Moshe Kravetz)
R' Moshe (Ramesha) Kravetz, a historian and editor, dives into the fascinating world of seforim research. He reveals how a mysterious box led to the founding of the Tavin auction house. Engaging tales include the tracing of a New Shalem copy's journey from Suvalk to Jerusalem, and riveting details about Rabbi Kirshenbaum's connections within the publishing world. The discussion also covers enigmatic marginalia, a polemic against cremation, and the significance of authentic signatures, giving listeners a rare glimpse into the historical context of these precious texts.
