Providing educational resources and opportunities for all individuals involved in book and book related publishing. Buyers and exhibitors from all around the world will be at the san francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair. The 53rd california international antiquarian book fair takes place in pasadena, california over the weekend of february 79, 2020. A posting about the real glow worms of the waitomo caves of new zealand tapped my interest button. I recently exhibited at the san francisco antiquarian book, print, and paper fair. Featuring the collections and rare treasures of over 150 booksellers from over 30 different countries the california international antiquarian book fair is recognized as one of the worlds largest a. Offerings include over six centuries of creativity, from the earliest illuminated manuscripts to 21st century autographed sketches by contemporary rock stars.
Abaa book events antiquarian book fairs rare book news. Were also hosting a celebration of the science fiction and fantasy writer ray bradbury and continuing our support for the california young book. San francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair san. Location south san francisco conference center 255 s airport blvd. San francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair is going to be organised at san francisco center for the book, san francisco, usa from 31 jan 2020 to 01 feb 2020 this expo is going to be a 2 day event. San francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair. Its a large fair with over 200 booksellers showing off and selling their best books and ephemera. Welcome to the 53rd california international antiquarian book fair in pasadena california. In a building stretching one square block sat some of the rarest texts, maps and. Unlike posts, pages are better suited for more timeless content that you want to be easily accessible, like your about or contact information.
California international antiquarian book fair abaa february 2021 tba. Someone new to book collecting and bookselling might wonder where these sellers find their inventory most of it varied, interesting, and in great condition. John windle antiquarian bookseller 49 geary st ste 233 san. As we move toward 2018, the website will contain lists of exhibitors, stock our exhibitorswill be bringing and information on seminars and special events. If you consider yourself a bookworm, or have a penchant for maps, photographs, manuscripts, posters, prints or other ephemera, you must trek to the 2016 san francisco antiquarian book, print and. The most complete, authoritative listing of book, paper, and ephemera fairs and auctions on the internet. Argosy book store is now in its third generation of family ownership.
Heres is a little taste of the rare books and items of print. Its been a fixture the bay book scene for three decades. The antiquarian a has been used on bookmarks, ads, posters, catalogs, and direct mail pieces for the fair. Its early days, but never too soon to start getting excited about codex. Visit the most exciting independent fair in the west. Bookworms and print lovers, the sf antiquarian book fair. In 2020, we are excited to feature womens suffrage in the united states with special exhibits and panels. Main contributor kit hinrichs, creative director carrie cheung, designer. As the only fair of its kind in southern california, lafpf offers collectors a unique opportunity to view thousands of prints and learn from twelve of the fields leading experts, all in a relaxed environment. Glow little glow worm january 17, 2017 january 17, 2017 sfbookandpaperfair leave a comment. Jan 20, 2016 if you consider yourself a bookworm, or have a penchant for maps, photographs, manuscripts, posters, prints or other ephemera, you must trek to the 2016 san francisco antiquarian book, print and. We are proud to have very diverse shows that include exhibitors in most genres, and participation from international members. Jan 31, 2020 buyers and exhibitors from all around the world will be at the san francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair.
Bookworms and print lovers, the sf antiquarian book fair is. It is one of smaller shows but it was really cool to see things all of the books are first editions. Nancy johnson has four decades of show management experience, and her company brings to all their events year. The inside and back covers are gorgeous, with some surprises. The fair isnt over, our booksellers and ephemera sellers still have millions of great material. Antiques, vintage, 20th century, pop culture, art, antiquarian books, prints, ephemera all events have one thing in common. The event has been around for three decades now and it is here again. This exciting fair at the south san francisco conference center next friday and saturday features more than 120 exhibitors of books, maps, photographs, posters, and other. Virginia antiquarian book fair 2020 brooklyn antiquarian book fair. Shop for books, art, ephemera, and connect with knowledgeable dealers.
San francisco antiquarian book fair 2019 poster graphis. South san francisco conference center 255 s airport blvd. The 53rd california international antiquarian book fair takes place in pasadena, california over. With over 200 international and national exhibitors, the san francisco antiquarian book. This exciting fair at the south san francisco conference center next friday and saturday features more than 120 exhibitors of books, maps, photographs, posters, and other print ephemera. February 12th, 2021 february 14th, 2021 54th california international antiquarian book fair. Next week, the catalogue will be for everyone to see. South san francisco conference center 255 south airport blvd. Founded in 1915, the brick row is one of the oldest antiquarian book businesses in the united states. The 53rd california international antiquarian book fair, pasadena. The brick row book shop, founded in 1915, is one of the oldest antiquarian book firms in the united states.
We specialize in first editions, rare books and manuscripts from the seventeenth through the twentieth centuries, with a strong emphasis on english and american literature. Nancy johnson has four decades of show management experience, and her company brings to all their. Jan 23, 2018 whether youre tracking down a first edition of a literary classic, have an affinity for vintage science fiction, or are looking for the perfect piece of artworkbe it a historic map of california or a print of our glorious redwoodsthe bay areas classic san francisco antiquarian book print and pap. Whether youre tracking down a first edition of a literary classic, have an affinity for vintage science fiction, or are looking for the perfect piece of artworkbe it a historic map of california or a print of our glorious redwoodsthe bay areas classic san francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair is.
San francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair is an international event, with exhibitors and buyers from around the globe. Our enormous stock of antiquarian and outof print items fills a sixfloor building in midtown manhattan and a large warehouse in brooklyn. This time, the antiquarian a is a collage of book covers, ephemera and historic antiquarian imagery. Libraries are not the only places in the bay area where print culture is alive and well.
Poster is the 5th in series of interpretations of the letter a. Jan 31, 2020 san francisco antiquarian book print and paper fair is going to be organised at san francisco center for the book, san francisco, usa from 31 jan 2020 to 01 feb 2020 this expo is going to be a 2 day event. Books and printed materials for diverse groups of collectors. John windle antiquarian bookseller is a book firm which caters to eclectic and connoisseur tastes in terms of antiquarian and collectible books, one of only a few such firms on the west coast. San francisco, ca international conference events eventbrite. Earlier this month i went to the san francisco antiquarian book, print and paper fair. As we move toward 2018, the website will contain lists of exhibitors, stock our exhibitors will be bringing and information on seminars and special events. South san francisco, ca 94080 for more information, visit their web site. Were located a block from union square in downtown san francisco, and are open by appointment mondayfriday.
February 09, 2018 51st california international antiquarian book fair. The san francisco antiquarian book, print and paper fair, held earlier this month, would be such a place. Book shows and events the texas booksellers association sponsors a number of book shows throughout the state to cultivate interest in literature, in book collecting, and in the written word. Heres is a little taste of the rare books and items of print epheme. Spend the day in beautiful pasadena and catch both the fine print fair and the antiquarian book fair. South san francisco conference center is the new home of the fair.