Discover titles by distinguished authors, ephemera from celebrity readers and manuscripts from history's great moments, all in the heart of Chelsea, London.
- May 14 to May 17, 2026
- Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York's Square, King's Road, London SW3 4RY, UK
- Thursday (Invitation only); Friday 11am-8pm; Saturday 11am-6pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
Meet us in London
All exhibitors are foremost experts for antiquarian books, maps or prints. They are happy to help you if you have questions about specific objects - before, during, and after the Fair.
Trading from retail premises at 144 Micklegate, in the centre of York. We carry a high quality stock of first editions, signed copies, bound sets and childrens / illustrated books with some original art and related objects.
I own Camden Lock Books & catalogue for sale books that are uncommon, in demand, and may be hard to find. My book expertise built up from my employment as trainee bookdealer with Francis Edwards Ltd. in 1979, owning my own bookshop business continuously since 1984.
Sophia Rare Books specializes in science with an emphasis on mathematics and physics. The company was established by Christian Westergaard in June 2009. We deal in material from all periods, but as a particular characteristic we focus on important discoveries of recent times.
Our particular specialities are fine natural history books, atlases & cartography, voyages & discovery, early illustrated books, important books in the history of science and astronomy, fine works from the Kelmscott Press, old engravings and photographs.
All exhibitors are members of ILAB and foremost experts for antiquarian books, maps and prints.
Picture This operated for many years in Hong Kong before relocating to the UK in late 2016. The gallery provides a unique mix of the contemporary and the old, and has been recommended as “a one-of-a-kind source” for buying artwork by Fodor’s Travel Guides.
We are a British couple based in France, but maintain a small stock and registered office in the UK. Our specialties: Travel & Exploration, Roman Catholic & Anti-Catholic Material, Illustrated, Items which pique our interest.
Our major specialities are in manuscripts (late medieval up to the present day) alongside printed books from the handpress period, annotated books, and association copies from all phases of our history.
Founded in January 2023, Fold the Corner specialise in rare, beautiful, and eclectic books and manuscripts 'Old and New', with current specialisms including early printing, contemporary fine bindings, Philosophy, Literature, Surrealism and Modern First Editions.
Revolution
For the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, 100+ international booksellers explore revolutions—political, cultural, scientific, including printing itself.
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Discover beautiful books
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Inspect details
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Explore maps, prints, and other paper ephemera
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Find some classics
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Meet other booklovers
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Talk to friendly experts
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Handle precious bindings
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
The rare book world attracts distinguished collectors and enthusiasts alike—including the occasional celebrity bibliophile.
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A stunning example of early modern book illustration: the peacock in all its glory
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Carefully unfurling an ancient scroll to reveal its contents
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Marvel at the exquisite quality of old printing techniques
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Have a good time
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Firsts: London's Rare Book Fair
Doors will open in May
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