Business Details
26 Years
experience
Antiquarian Books & Fore-Edge Paintings Experts
Jeff Weber Rare Books has been dedicated to the trade of rare and antiquarian books since its founding. With decades of experience in library science and rare book curation, the business specializes in the history of science, medicine, and fore-edge painting. Our expertise stems from generations of bibliophilic scholarship, including the legacy of Carl J. Weber, a pioneering historian of fore-edge painting. We offer over 12,000 volumes spanning disciplines like chemistry, astronomy, and medical history, supported by comprehensive catalogs and personalized service. Our inventory includes masterpieces from notable collections, such as the libraries of George Ellery Hale and Frederick A.Frye. We prioritize client education through resources like our blog on fore-edge painting and direct consultation. Operating internationally from Switzerland, we combine traditional book trade practices with modern accessibility through online catalogs and global shipping. Our commitment to preserving literary and scientific heritage ensures clients receive both historical artifacts and expert guidance tailored to their research or collecting needs.
Services
Rare Books
Fore-Edge Painting
Science History
Medical Texts
Catalog Sales
International Shipping
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We specialize in rare science and medical books with 40+ years of expertise
- Our inventory includes 12,000+ volumes from notable private collections
- We offer personalized service with direct consultation from the owner
- Our catalogs feature fully illustrated fore-edge painting collections
- We provide international shipping with secure handling for rare volumes
Services
Rare Books
We offer an extensive collection of rare books spanning scientific disciplines, medical history, and fore-edge painting. Our inventory includes works from notable private collections and academic institutions. Each volume undergoes careful authentication and preservation to maintain its historical value.
Fore-Edge Painting
As global authorities on fore-edge painting, we curate and authenticate these hidden artworks on book edges. Our catalogs feature masterpieces by renowned artists like John T. Beer. We provide expert consultation and educational resources through our dedicated blog and publications.
Science History
Our science history collection includes rare texts on astronomy, chemistry, and physics from pivotal periods in discovery. We specialize in works from the Enlightenment through early 20th-century innovations. These volumes document the evolution of scientific thought and experimentation.
Medical Texts
We maintain an extensive selection of medical history books covering anatomy, pediatrics, and epidemiology. Our collection includes rare surgical texts and works from prominent physicians. These volumes provide insight into the development of medical practices and theories.
Catalog Sales
We produce approximately ten specialized catalogs annually, each focusing on specific themes like scientific instruments or medical oddities. These fully illustrated catalogs offer detailed descriptions and historical context for each item in our inventory.
People
Jeff Weber
Owner
Jeff Weber has specialized in rare books since working at Stanford and UCLA libraries. He holds an MLS from Indiana University and has operated rare book businesses since 2000. His expertise focuses on science history and fore-edge painting, continuing his family's bibliographic legacy.
Questions
What specialties do you focus on?
We specialize in rare books related to science history, medical texts, and fore-edge painting. Our inventory includes works from notable private collections and academic institutions.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we offer international shipping through Swiss Post and DHL. Special handling is available for particularly valuable or fragile volumes.
How can I learn about fore-edge painting?
Visit our dedicated blog at http://foreedgepaintings.wordpress.com for educational resources and historical insights on this unique art form.
Do you offer catalog subscriptions?
Yes, we publish approximately ten specialized catalogs annually. You can subscribe to receive printed catalogs or browse them online.
Where are you located?
Our main office is at Place Pury 9, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland. We operate both online and from our physical location.
