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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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Friday Finds: Instagrammable Items from our Dealers

Tiffany & Co 18k gold and pearl Pen in a box

These dealers frequently post their incredible items on Instagram. Here are a few particularly striking #FridayFinds: Kenneth James Collection on Instagram: Find it here. YM Antiques on Instagram Find them here Manhattan Rare Books on Instagram Find it here. Joseph Saidian & Sons on Instagram: Find them here and here. Solomon Treasure on Instagram Find […]

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Happy Holidays & New Year from the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center!

Eugene Feuillatre Guilloche Enamel and Vermeil Box

Happy Holidays & New Year from the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center! We hope you enjoy your celebrations. (Feel free to stop by during the holiday season: We’re only closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day!) Pictured: “Rare French Ormolu and Porcelain Clock attributed to Deniere” [Solomon Treasure], Eugene Feuillatre Guilloche Enamel and Vermeil Box […]

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Amazing Art Deco at The MAAC

Art Deco Clock with Diamond and Saphire Decor

Art Deco, which takes its name from the French “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes”, is a beautiful modern style which started in the 1920s and became popular in the 1930s: “The distinguishing features of the style are simple, clean shapes, often with a “streamlined” look; ornament that is geometric or stylized from […]

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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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More Holiday 2018 Gift Ideas at The MAAC

We’re happy to make your gift-shopping easier. We have select items available for online purchase! And our midtown galleries (1050 2nd Avenue, at 56th Street) are a one-stop-shop for all antique, vintage and rare items. Stop by or call to inquire about any of the following: @josephsaidianandsonsjewelry: Sweetest Antique and Gold Snuffbox (or Pillbox). Made […]

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