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New Arrivals – Arthur Conan Doyle, Shakespeare, and More

German Bronze Bust of William Shakespeare by Aktien-Gesellschaft Gladenbeck

Our galleries have a number of new arrivals. Here are just a few of these exceptional antique and vintage items: (Clockwise from left:) Arthur Conan Doyle, The Author’s Edition of the Works [Adventures of Sherlock Holmes; Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes; A Study in Scarlet; The Sign of the Four; etc.] London: John Murray, 1903 [but […]

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Incredible Instagram Finds

Bottom Stopper in shape of a large flower blooming

Last week, we looked at dazzling jewelry from Bella Antiques. Here are more darling items from our dealers on Instagram. Manhattan Rare Books on Instagram Find it here. Estate Silver Co. on Instagram Find it here. Joseph Saidian & Sons on Instagram: Find it here. Solomon Treasure on Instagram Find it here. Kenneth James Collection […]

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Dorothea Lange – at MAAC and at MoMA

1939 Wagon: Cover of An American Exodus: A Record of Human Erosion | DOROTHEA LANGE, PAUL TAYLOR | First edition

At the Manhattan Rare Book Company you’ll find, “An American Exodus: A Record of Human Erosion” by Dorothea Lange and Paul Taylor. ( Contact: 212.326.8907 | info@manhattanrarebooks.com ) It’s a first edition of one of the most important American photobooks. Lange’s photographs: “acknowledge the complexity of the subject, avoid the sentimental, and are informed by […]

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Introducing Adam Weinberger Rare Books – New at The MAAC!

3 Gilt Leather Books

New here at the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center:  Adam Weinberger Rare Books! Located in Gallery #93, Adam deals in important and interesting books of all ages, but with a speciality in pre-1900 material. He is a proud member of the ABAA (Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America).   “I have been involved in rare books […]

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Sendak: At The Morgan and at The MAAC

Book cover with illustration of a little boy and girl holding heart balloons

On now until October 6th, you can see renowned children’s illustrator Maurice Sendak’s captivating work at The Morgan. In the late 1970s, Sendak embarked on a successful second career as a designer of sets and costumes for the stage which comprise this new exhibit, “Drawing the Curtain: Maurice Sendak’s Designs for Opera and Ballet”, the […]

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Fantastic Father’s Day Gifts

White gold cufflinks that resemble computer keys, one side says "Ctrl" the other "Esc".

Still searching for the perfect Father’s Day find? Visit our galleries for unique gifts! We’ve selected five from our dealers’ collections. From original cufflinks to antique candle-holders, from hand-crafted Nigerian furniture to silver wine coolers – there’s so much here at The MAAC.  Stop by and see for yourself: 1050 2nd Avenue (at 56th Street). […]

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Announcing: “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons”, the Coffee Table Book

Beautiful Emerald and Diamond Bracelet - on the cover of “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons” coffee table book

Joseph Saidian & Sons (Gallery #48) has a coffee table book! Introducing, “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons” published by Rizzoli. “This book is over 170 years in the making chronicling some of the greatest jewels and gems of all time handled over the past four generations of our family business. Perfect for […]

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NY Art Book Fair Celebrates Art Around the World

The NY Art Book Fair is on now – beginning with tonight’s preview (Sept 20th) at 6pm. The fair itself, showcasing artists and books from around the world, is free and runs Friday, September 21st to Sunday, September 23rd at MoMA PS1 in Queens. This 13th Annual NY Art Book Fair, presented by Printed Matter, […]

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New Arrivals: At The Manhattan Rare Book Company

The Manhattan Rare Book Company has some truly impressive new arrivals! Specializing in the beautiful, important, and very hard to find, you’ll find rare books, first editions, manuscripts, photographs and letters! An Autobiography: Richard Avedon (with photo of Marilyn Monroe)   Theodore Roosevelt, Typed Letter Signed Yoko Ono’s “Grapefruit” Frank Herbert’s “Dune” in “Analog” Stop […]

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