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Buying and selling rare books rare book collections. Spink and son ltd was founded in london in 1666 and has since developed into the worlds premier collectables auction house. Abebooks most expensive sales abebooks periodically publishes a list of the most stunning books recently sold. Book and map auctions antiquarian to modern ewbanks. Our specialist book auctions are held twice a year at our cambridge auction house and feature valuable printed books, antiquarian maps, prints and collectible photographs. But its often the domain of experienced investors and not for the fainthearted your purchase is binding as soon as the auctioneers gavel hammer slams on your bid, with all the benefits and drawbacks, that come along with it. Sometimes people dispose of books because they look tatty or dirty. Browse and bid online, or contact our salerooms in london, new york, paris, hong kong, geneva and worldwide. If the book really is rare and valuable, it may be worth contacting a conservation specialist to advise on the cost of restoration.

In 1976 he became a fulltime dealer and auctioneer, and maintained a robust business in political and other collectors items until his company, slaters americana, was absorbed by heritage in 2004. Auction house is the uk s largest residential and commercial property auction company, we sell more properties than any other auctioneer, and operate more auction rooms than anyone else. These spring and autumn sales boast a diverse selection of books ranging in both subject and date, from early latin texts to traditional bindings, botanical, entemological, sporting subjects and first. Rather, abpc is the standard tool used by dealers, appraisers, auction houses, scholars and. Contemporary works can also bring high prices at auction. We also run regular national online auctions with ebay style internet bidding from the comfort of your own home. Online book auctions vintage book auctions rare book. Books and maps we normally hold four sales a year including rare and antiquarian books, manuscripts and first editions and collectors items. Going to an auction is one way to land a property bargain in a quick sale and avoid a potentially lengthy, conventional buying process. Our first book auction of 2020 is set to highlight several strong sections that will include an array of sherlockiana, fine bindings, modern first editions, and illustrated works. Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed. The sale opens for bidding on monday, april th at 11am pacific time and lots are scheduled to begin closing on thursday, april 23rd at 11am pacific time. Depending on the rarity and condition of books and volumes, these items are offered as part of our curated, specialist auctions, or within the thursday auction.

We are one of irelands leading specialist auction houses and have become recognised both nationally and internationally for irish fine art and rare books. New england book auctions is the only fulltime auction gallery in new england dedicated to the sale of rare books and related materials. Also covers rare book auctions, manuscripts, ephemera, broadsides, maps, prints, posters, bibliography, first editions, incunabula and catalogs. The popularity of rare and collectible printed material is on the rise, but as has always been the case, condition is extremely important. Some of the greatest treasures and collections of english literature and history from 1500 to the 21st century can be found in our sales of english literature, history, private press and childrens books. The auction house that is often on the tip of everyones tongue is sothebys with no insult. Bloomsbury auctions books and manuscripts dreweatts. These sales encompass everything from early manuscript books to modern first editions. Since that time tom has served as director of americana auctions and senior historical specialist for heritage auctions. Our team of specialists has exceptional experience of the rare book world and the changing trends for different types of books in the auction market. Wemyss and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The uk and us book departments at bonhams offer only the finest printed and.

American book prices current is a record of books, manuscripts, autographs, maps and broadsides sold at auction. Kestenbaum and company is an established auction house based in new york city specializing in the sale of western and oriental books, manuscripts and fine judaica, and fine musical instruments including violins, cellos, saxophones, and guitars. Da vinci s journal focusing on water is one of his more organized manuscripts, although the notes are still the chaotic reflection of brainstorming by a genius. With material from jane austen, graham greene, abraham. At ewbanks we are regularly asked to dispose of collections of books mostly emanating from deceased estates or private collections which are being dispersed by vendors who no longer have the space to.

Pba galleries auctioneers and appraisers of rare books. Collectors can find rare books online or at traditional auction houses. Temporary closure of the auction rooms from 24 march 2020 in line with uk government guidance, dominic winter auctioneers will temporarily close from tuesday 24 march until further notice, in order to help contain the spread of the covid19 virus, and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our visitors and staff. United states of america 265,458 united kingdom of great britain and northern ireland 140,466 germany 72,748 france 68,940 sweden 47,315. Peter harrington specialises in selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, library sets, maps and original artwork. We will email you when we have new items for sale matching this search.

Swann auction galleries new york citys oldest specialty. I buy from many uk auction houses and would complement you both on a spectacular rare books sale rivalling many ive seen in london, and on your. The rare book hub offers tools for the book collector and bookseller, especially old and rare books, antique or antiquarian books, hard to find, out of print, and collectible collectable books. The general guide to rare americana, with auction records and prices. Abpc is not just a transcribed record copied unquestioningly from the seasons auction catalogs. Rare book hub rare books, book auctions, antiquarian. If you dont really know much about rare books but want to find more information about the types of books that tend to be rare and of value, you may want to browse through the catalogues of some of.

The department also handles rare maps, ephemera, prints and works on paper. The auction will take place without an auctioneer calling the sale. May magic auction our may auction features a strong selection of houdiniana including rare postcards, signed photographs, early letters, programs, and memorabilia. Bloomsbury auctions books and manuscripts for nearly forty years the name bloomsbury auctions has commanded respect in the book auction world, from its foundation by lord john kerr, frank hermann and david stagg in 1983 and throughout the numerous successful sales that followed. Christie s is also the worlds leading auction house in the valuation and sale of archives, with major sales including papers of poets and prime ministers. Leonardo da vinci s codex leicester is one of the most rare books in the world. These are often supplemented by singleowner collections, such as the library collection of the late w. These auctions take place in london in june and december. Lesley weller and the travel and exploration collection of the late michael gilkes. These lists provide a remarkable insight in the world of rare book collecting and reveal what the big spenders are adding to their libraries. Welcome to chiswick auctions online valuations we provide an online valuation service through our website.

Due to covid19 precautions and the recent stay at home order issued by the state of ohio, any items won can be shipped directly to your home or ebth can hold until the order is lifted. A poor copy of a particular rare book will often pass in at less than half the value achieved of the same title in good condition. Connecticut river book auction formerly cfa book auction holds list and shelf auctions of good quality, used, rare, and collectible books, ephemera, artwork and other items suitable for internet book dealers, shop owners, museums and individual collectors from across new york and new england. Rare book dealers and librarians often compete for these treasures, which has the double effect of making a book more collectible and unobtainable. Bonhams fine and rare book, map and manuscript auctions department. Departments we use cookies to remember choices you make on functionality and personal features to enhance your experience to our site.