Behind the scenes at an international fair: the art of representing Librairie Clavreuil
Taking part in an international antiquarian book fair is more than just displaying a few works on a table.
For us at Librairie Clavreuil, every event is a prestigious stage on which to represent our profession, our passion and our high standards.
From Paris to New York, from Maastricht to London, we defend a certain idea of French bibliophily, based on quality, history and emotion.
Meticulous preparation
Months before the fair, preparations begin. Nothing is left to hazard:
- Selection of works: rarity, consistency, condition, aesthetics ;
- Stand design: showcases, lighting, visual harmony ;
- The catalogue: a real publication, with detailed entries and rigorous editorial content.
Each fair is an opportunity to build a space that embodies our vision of antiquarian books.
Books chosen as ambassadors
Each item we exhibit is carefully selected. Whether it’s a 17th-century manuscript, an illustrated first edition, or a scientific or travel book, each work is an emblem of our profession.
It’s not just about selling, it’s about conveying an emotion and highlighting a heritage.
Representing the bookshop and much more
Taking part in a fair is also an opportunity to meet collectors, institutions and colleagues, to exchange ideas and share experiences.
It’s a chance to showcase, in an international setting, what we build every day in our bookshop: a rigorous and sensitive relationship with books.
A business based on representation, passion and detail
From bibliographic research to the writing of descriptions, from the choice of presentation to the showcasing of a precious binding, our profession is also embodied in the art of showing books and making them speak for themselves.
It is this demand that makes every participation in a fair a form of cultural commitment.
📍See a selection of our fair catalogues
📩 To request a catalogue or information on our participation,
contact us here.
