Frequently Asked Questions

Directly online, via the shopping cart — or by writing to us if you would prefer to discuss before purchasing, or if you wish to opt for another method of payment.

Credit cards and the other secure payment methods offered, as well as bank transfer — select "bank transfer" at checkout: the item is then reserved for you for the duration of the transaction. You may also pay by cheque if you collect your item directly in person, and by cash, up to a limit of €1,000 if you are a European resident.

Describe your item using the form on the Sell page, with supporting photographs — an initial response within five business days, followed by an in-person assessment and a firm offer.

Yes — libraries, established collections and estates. Travel arrangements are organised and covered by the bookshop, never by the seller.

Yes: the “Reserve this item” button on the listing holds the item for you for seven days, with no immediate payment required. A customer account — a simple email address — is required.

Seven days. Without confirmation by the end of this period, the item returns to the catalogue. One reservation per client per month.

Careful packaging, tailored to the fragility of each item; tracked and insured shipping.

Yes. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on the destination and are specified at checkout.

Yes — free of charge and with no obligation to sell. Use the form on the Expertises & estimations page.

A few photographs (binding, spine, title page, any defects) along with whatever you know about the piece: author, title, date. We will reply within five working days.

An appraisal is an opinion of value based on photographs; an expert assessment is a full examination carried out with the item in hand — identification of the edition, collation, condition, provenance.

Simple estimates and full appraisals are free of charge. Bespoke services (inventories, libraries, estate matters) can be arranged upon request.

Yes: every piece sold by the bookshop is guaranteed authentic. The bookshop is a member of the SLAM and the LILA.

Every purchase is accompanied by a detailed invoice precisely describing the item, which serves as a certificate of authenticity.

Yes, you have fourteen days. Please write to us before returning any item: we will agree together on the packing and shipping arrangements.

He works on the piece as soon as it is received, in its original condition.

Yes, by appointment at the bookshop, in Paris 10th arrondissement — the exact address is provided when the appointment is booked.

By phone, by email, or via the Contact page — Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Yes. We advise collectors — beginners and seasoned bibliophiles alike — and search on your behalf for the pieces you are missing: entrust us with your desiderata.

From your customer account (Wish List section), or simply by writing to us.

Yes — libraries, museums, foundations and auction houses. Please write to us with any proposal for collaboration.

Yes, the bookshop has been exhibiting in France and abroad since 2026 — our upcoming events are announced in the news section of the website.