About us
Welcome to Antica Libreria, a company with over 20 years of experience in the field of antiquarian, rare, and fine books.
We began our business in 2003 by selling books from our catalogue online, and over the years we have continually expanded our collection. On our website, we offer a rich and regularly updated catalogue of antiquarian and rare books, new editions, and first editions. We also offer fine editions, such as books from the FMR, as well as manuscripts, sheet music, and maps.
Since 2008, Antica Libreria has been a member of A.L.A.I. (Associazione Librai Antiquari d’Italia), which since 1947 has brought together and represented worldwide Italy’s finest antiquarian bookshops and the culture of rare and fine old and modern books. Our adherence to the code of ethics set out in the “Collection of Customs and Practices” approved by L.I.L.A./I.L.A.B., the international antiquarian booksellers’ association to which A.L.A.I. is affiliated, provides a further guarantee of quality. With our growing enthusiasm, dedication, and passion for the “ancient fragrance” of printed paper, we have become—and are proud to be—a point of reference for many bibliophiles, scholars, collectors, and reading enthusiasts. We are here for you, which is why we have aimed to make the website easy to use, from searching for texts of interest to purchasing them, as well as fulfilling your special requests. Our commitment remains as strong as ever: to demonstrate our professionalism in satisfying those who, like us, love books and use our website—and in doing so, to draw on your suggestions. We always listen to you, because we learn so much from you.
MILESTONES
BOOKS
Over 80,000 books cataloged and more than 100,000 images processed
SHIPPING
Over 30,000 shipments made in Italy and around the world
COLLABORATIONS
Over 30,000 collectors have chosen us. Individuals, Associations, Universities, Libraries, Government agencies and many others.