The 52nd Australian Antiquarian Book Fair

The Sydney Rare Book Fair ~ 26th to 28th October 2023

presented by ANZAAB with the support of the University of Sydney.

The 2023 Sydney Rare Book Fair returns again in October 2023

It will be held again at the beautiful gothic MacLaurin Hall, at the center of the University of Sydney on the 26th to 28th of October 2023.

MacLaurin Hall is one of the University of Sydney's oldest and most historical buildings located in Camperdown, just 10 minutes from Sydney's CBD.

Thursday 26th October: 6pm - 9pm

Friday 27th October: 10am - 5pm

Saturday 28th October: 10am - 4pm

ENTRY IS FREE

A gathering of buyers, sellers and lovers of books not to be missed.

Whatever your tastes may be, you are sure to find a rare and interesting book, print or piece of ephemera to add to your collection.

Free Guided Tours of the Sydney Fair

Free Guided Tours of the Sydney Rare Book Fair hosted by senior rare book librarians and members of the trade.

Bookings Essential. Tickets via Eventbrite

Featured Exhibitors

Douglas Stewart Fine Books

Douglas Stewart Fine Books Pty. Ltd. is an antiquarian bookseller based in Melbourne, Australia. Our showroom is in High Street, Armadale, a precinct famous for its antique dealers, art galleries and bookshops. We buy and sell books both locally and around the world, working closely with clients to understand their collecting priorities and to source appropriate material. Our clients include libraries, galleries, museums, private collectors and fellow members of the trade. Since 2009 we have also exhibited regularly at leading international book fairs. Douglas began buying and selling books in 1995, while still in high school. He is a member of the major international trade associations, and his business is conducted according to their high ethical standards. For many years Douglas has been a Board member of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers (ANZAAB); serving as President 2019 - 2023. Our stock at Douglas Stewart Fine Books is diverse: we have rare books across all fields, but our strengths are in travel and exploration – particularly of Australia and the Pacific – and Australian art. In addition to rare books, we deal in all types of heritage material, including photographs, manuscripts, maps and globes, and fine art. Every month we issue a new online catalogue of New Acquisitions, and recommend that you join our email list to be the first to see what’s available. Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding any works you see online – we are always happy to assist with your enquiries. Last, but not least, we buy books – from important single items to entire libraries – and we’d be pleased to provide advice on the best way to sell your collection.