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March 17, 2023
A First Edition of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' is Up for Grabs
"Only 500 hardcover copies of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone—the first book of the Harry Potter series written by J.K. Rowling—were printed in 1997 by Bloomsbury Publishing. Of the small print, 300 copies went to libraries."

Penta
March 13, 2023
Rare West Side Story Book Signed By All Four Creators to Be at New York Book Fair

"This is a first edition and first printing of the book, and it is inscribed 'To Clive Hirschorn, Best wishes, Arthur Laurents', 'and Leonard Bernstein '86', 'To Clive Hirschorn, with best wishes, Jerome Robbins 1998' on front free endpaper, and signed 'Stephen Sondheim' on half-title. It is believed that no other copy of the book is signed by all four creators."

Broadway World
March 12, 2023
5 Questions with Kate Mitas

"Like many people, I stumbled into the book trade. In my case, I was a 26-year-old regular at Cellar Stories Bookstore, in Providence, Rhode Island, when the owner joked that I should work there. My heart skipped a beat and I blurted: 'Are you hiring?' And that was the start of my career."

Broadway World
March 9, 2023
Rare, pristine first edition of Copernicus’ De Revolutionibus up for sale
"Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus revolutionized science when he challenged the 1,400-year dominance of Ptolemaic cosmology with the publication of De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium (On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres) in 1543. His manuscript suggested that the Sun, not the Earth, was at the center of the Solar System, thereby altering our entire view of the Universe and our place in it. Now, a rare, pristine first edition is up for sale for $2.5 million."

ArsTechnica
February 18, 2023
The ABAA New York International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns to New York for its 63rd Edition
"The NYIABF is a cultural pillar of New York and returns as a much-anticipated highlight of the busy Spring season. Universally referred to as the world’s finest antiquarian book fair, NYIABF is excited to reveal nearly 200 exhibitors this year from around the world, continuing to live up to its reputation as a highly international fair."

City Life Org
February 6, 2023
New York International Antiquarian Book Fair will be held April 27-30
"In recent years, NYIABF has increasingly captured the attention of young collectors seeking one-of-a-kind offerings at more accessible price points."

ArtDaily
February 6, 2023
Events Calendar
"Bibliophiles, rejoice!"

Architectural Digest Pro
February 3, 2023
What's on at New York International Antiquarian Book Fair 2023
"[....] a cultural pillar of New York returns as a much-anticipated highlight of the busy Spring season."

Fine Books & Collections
January 27, 2023
Here’s Our Up-to-the-Minute Guide to All the Art Fairs Taking Place Around the World in 2023
"Mark your calendars."

Artnet News
January 20, 2023
The Enduring Appeal of the Brontë Sisters
"[....] Last April a miniature book of poetry made by the 13-year-old Charlotte sold for $1.25 million at the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair."

Town & Country Magazine
Adam Rathe
January 3, 2023
The full list of major art fairs in 2023, from Marrakech to Miami

"We've compiled this year's leading commercial art events into one handy source." 
The Art Newspaper

2022 Press Report

April 22, 2022
New York International Antiquarian Book Fair Marries Art with Rare Tomes


Galerie Magazine 
Osman Can Yerebakan
April 21, 2022
A true Bond market: Why 007 collectibles are hotter than ever


MarketWatch 
Charles Passy
April 21, 2022
What’s in your attic? These rare books and curios are worth millions of dollars


New York Post
Dusica Sue Malesevic
April 21, 2022
Antiquarian Book Fair returns to NY


New York Amsterdam News
April 20, 2022
‘Earthrise’ Is For Sale. Historic First Photo Of Earth From The Moon Could Fetch $200,000


Forbes
Jamie Carter
April 20, 2022
The Antiquarian Book Fair: From Sondheim’s Letters to a Brontë Discovery


The New York Times
Jennifer Schuessler
April 20, 2022
NYC International Antiquarian Book Fair to Showcase LGBTQ+ History


The Advocate
Alex Cooper
April 18, 2022
Rare Culinary Tomes at the International Antiquarian Book Fair


The New York Times
Florence Fabricant
April 15, 2022
Death Masks, Dopamine Décor, Antiquarian Books, and More Design Finds

Curbed
Diana Budds
April 14, 2022
Amy Winehouse’s much-loved book collection goes on display

Happy Mag
Tammy Moir
April 14, 2022
An Alexander McQueen Curriculum Vitae to Be Sold

Women's Wear Daily
Rosemary Feitelberg
April 14, 2022
One of the World’s Best Collections of Wine Books Is Going on Sale for $2 Million Later This Month

Robb Report
Bryan Hood


“Oenophiles will want to make a point of swinging by Ben Kinmont Bookseller’s table at the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair...the exhibitor will be selling the Thackrey Library, which is generally considered to be the greatest privately-owned collection of wine books in the United States.”
April 13, 2022
A Rare First Edition of ‘The Great Gatsby’ Lists at $360,000

Bloomberg
James Tarmy


“The Great Gatsby is considered, in collecting terms, the No. 1 American novel to collect,” says the London-based rare book dealer Peter Harrington. “A lot of that has to do with the dust jacket—people just seem to desperately want it.”
April 6, 2022
NYC events in April 2022

TimeOut
Shaye Weaver


"The event, which is in person this year, is much anticipated in a time when most of us want to get away from screens and back into print books and ephemera."
April 4, 2022
New York International Antiquarian Book Fair | Hundreds Of Exhibitors Come Together

Flaunt Magazine
Olivia Novato


"...the NYIABF’s extensive collection of curated and authentic items is sure to provide collectors with a special fair experience."
April 1, 2022
Actress’ bloody dress from President Lincoln’s assassination for sale

New York Post
Kirsten Fleming


"A small section of a dress bearing a dark blood stain from President Abraham Lincoln will be up for sale later this month when the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair comes to the Park Avenue Armory on April 21."
March 30, 2022
A Tiny Brontë Book, Lost for a Century, Resurfaces

The New York Times
Jennifer Schuessler


"A Book of Rhymes,” a 15-page volume smaller than a playing card, was last seen at auction in 1916...will be unveiled on April 21, the opening night of the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair and, as it happens, Brontë’s birthday."
March 30, 2022
Stephen Sondheim Letters and Other Broadway Treasures Will Be Available at New York International Antiquarian Book Fair

Playbill
Andrew Gans


"A host of theatrical memorabilia, including several Stephen Sondheim items, will be available for sale at the 62nd edition of The New York International Antiquarian Book Fair."
March 30, 2022
New York International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns To New York This April

Forbes
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner


"The event will take place at the Park Avenue Armory from April 21 - 24 and showcase books from the pre-Gutenberg era all the way up through contemporary titles."
March 22, 2022
Rare Book Week New York Preview

Fine Books & Collections
Rebecca Rego Barry
March 2, 2022
New York International Antiquarian Book Fair

Airmail
March 2, 2022
The New York International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns

Art & Object
February 15, 2022
International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns To New York, April 21-24

Antiques and The Arts Weekly
February 14, 2022
NY International Antiquarian Book Fair Returns to the Park Avenue Armory, April 21-24

Fine Books & Collections

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