Antiquarian books for decoration, display cases and cinema

What we offer

The volumes are leather-bound, in various sizes, most often in fine or very fine condition. The shades range from green to brown, red, beige, blue and black. On request, we can add cloth-bound or paperback volumes, simpler options. Expect roughly 25 to 35 books per running metre, in an average format close to 20 by 13 cm: a 10-metre lot includes over 250 books.

We also offer cohesive sets, such as long runs of bound law reports, which give a room the appearance of a lawyer’s or notary’s library.

For whom

• Interior designers and architects: libraries, studies, drawing rooms, furnished apartments.
• Hotels, restaurants and shops: reading rooms, bars, display cases and showcases.
• Film, television and photography: period sets, studio backdrops and props for shooting or photo sessions.

Request a quote

Specify the length or number of volumes, desired shades and formats, period, delivery location and deadline. The bookseller will respond with a tailored proposal. Online lots give a price range: in November 2026, €120 per metre for a 10-metre lot and €132 per metre for a 5-metre lot.

Request a quote for a decorative project

Delivery

A multi-metre lot weighs several dozen kilos. Lots must be collected from the bookshop in Paris (8th arrondissement) by appointment. On request, we can also deliver them, at the buyer’s expense: the quote will specify the price.

Frequently asked questions

How many books are in a running metre?

About 25 to 35 volumes, depending on size. A 10-metre lot therefore includes over 250 books, in an average format close to 20 by 13 cm.

Can I choose the colours and formats?

Yes, within stock limits: specify leather shades, formats, period and length in your quote request. Cloth-bound or paperback volumes are also possible.

How does delivery of a lot work?

Lots are to be collected at the bookshop in Paris (8th arrondissement), by appointment. Upon request, we can also deliver them at the buyer’s expense; the quote specifies the price.

Are these genuine antiquarian books?

Yes: these are bound volumes from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, selected for their appearance. They are not sold for their text, and the photos in the listings illustrate the type of lot without being contractual.

To go further

• Morocco, shagreen, basan, calf: identifying binding leathers.
• How to preserve books?
• The Fine books, art and bindings section.
• LLA_SC_MARQUE in Paris (8th).