Hunt for rare books in Vicenza among more than 28,000 titles

 Where to find rare books in Vicenza

Re Baldoria is an antiquarian bookseller in Vicenza, Veneto, northern Italy, specialising in used books, rare editions and titles no longer available through ordinary bookshops. Its online catalogue lists more than 28,000 books, with a separate section devoted to volumes at least a century old.
For readers who include book hunting in their European travels, it offers a particular reason to explore Vicenza: the chance to find an older edition of a favourite author, an illustrated Italian volume or a publication about the city itself. Start with the online catalogue, then contact the bookseller about the titles you would like to see.

A different souvenir of Italy
A book can make a more personal purchase than a conventional souvenir, especially when its subject belongs to the place you are visiting. Re Baldoria’s Vicenza listings include local art, city history, museum publications and works by writers associated with the area.
Among the catalogued titles are early twentieth century bulletins from Vicenza’s civic museum and publications from the Accademia Olimpica, the city’s historic cultural academy. These are worth searching for if your interests extend beyond the familiar guidebook account of Palladio’s buildings. Individual copies are subject to availability.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Antiquarian books
The dedicated catalogue brings together books described by the seller as at least a hundred years old. Subjects include literature, art, travel, medicine and practical manuals. Check the date and description of each copy, rather than assuming that age alone makes a book rare or valuable.

First editions and books no longer in print
Re Baldoria lists first editions, collectible books and titles that have disappeared from publishers’ current catalogues. If you are looking for a particular edition, give the bookseller the author, title, publisher and year where possible.
Italian art and illustrated travel books. The antiquarian selection includes works on Italian painting and illustrated journeys through Italy. For a visitor interested in art or the history of travel, these offer a useful starting point for a more focused search.

Vicenza in print
Search by “Vicenza” for publications about the city and its province. Local museum bulletins, art books and literary works can provide something more specific to take home than a general book about Italy.

Questions before you go
Where can I find rare and antiquarian books in Vicenza, Italy?
Re Baldoria specialises in used, rare and antiquarian books in Vicenza. Its online catalogue includes first editions, collectible volumes and books no longer in print.
Does Re Baldoria sell books about Vicenza?
Yes. Its catalogue has a dedicated Vicenza subject section, including local history, art, museum publications and literature.
Should I contact the bookseller before visiting?
Yes. Confirm the visiting address, opening arrangements and availability of the books you want to inspect before travelling.