There's a reason that the business is as old as it is: They Do Things Right. They put the customer first. They make you feel WELCOME when you visit. They have excellent books and prints... from "little" things to Very Special things. Very knowledgeable staff. The people working there seem to LIKE working there. Go! Don't be afraid to go if you've never considered collecting books or prints before... They took me from complete beginner, and it's been a great "journey".

Discovered Charles van Sandwyk here. Competent and friendly staff. Shipping fast and easy. Wonderful store! Next time we're in London we'll definitely check it out again. Greetings from Germany!

*Purchases online* I love Sotheran's and the social media team especially! (Oliver!) I have purchased two books from Sotheran's in the last year and each book has shipped internationally, and arrived in the most thorough and secure packaging known to humankind. I actually cannot stress how well-tended the books were, and they arrived speedily and with zero hassle. The books were exactly as advertised and in even better condition than I expected, given past experiences with international sellers, but Sotheran's is on the level and their standards exemplary. One day I will travel to Sotheran's and thank them in person, but for now I shall be content with this effusive review and hope they understand how sincerely grateful I am for them in these globally trying times.

Best shop in the world. Perfect customer service. Extraordinary range of fine books and prints. Great catalogues.

honest descriptions with pictures always been very happy with books purchased

Never been here, never been to London. But it has the best rare book Twitter. So 5/5.

Very, very quick delivery, and the book was in excellent condition. Bouquet to Sotheran's. (And brickbats to the Royal Mail, who left it in the porch and sauntered away without asking me to sign for it.)

Never been here. Read Oliver's book and can already see myself visiting next time I'm in London. Checked out the website and it is very orderly.

Great shop and helpful employees. We went in just to browse out of curiosity after seeing the storefront, and came out with a watercolor print and a luggage label from the 1930s. It’s one of those places that has a variety of well displayed and researched treasures, something for everyone.

Sotheran's is a joy. The staff is knowledgeable, good humored, and helpful, and the stock is a treasure trove for book collectors. My family has been buying from them since 1960. Every book we've bought from Sotheran's is exactly as described and arrives in perfect shape within four layers of wrapping. Their occasional newsletter is a day brightener. Our thanks to everyone there.

My RedBOOK, was purchased remotely...Sotherans team member carried it to Chelsea Book Fair 2023 to have it Signed, I collect this low edition in brand new state! only regret not buying the nice Sotherans Bag :)

I buy all my speciality books from Sotherans!

A treasure trove of beautiful lithographs, prints and books… each a work of art in itself. We could have spent days exploring this special place. Learned so much in a short time, would love to spend more time there. And made to feel very welcome by the impressively knowledgeable and informative staff who were accommodating and helpful. Highly recommend a visit!

Anything and everything can be found here and they have great staff

Absolute gold mine! Very welcoming store with a very wide variety of books and prints. I have purchased prints both in store and online. My online experience was excellent with my print shipped efficiently to Spain where I live and arriving in perfect condition.

Knowledgeable and friendly staff, accurate book descriptions, speedy shipment, sensible pricing.

Books are fairly priced and always tip-top quality. Packing is immaculate. I only wish they could find more of the things I'm interested in! Roger Clark

I have just received a beautiful copy of Edward Ardizzone’s Hans Andersen ‘Fourteen Classic Tales’ first published in 1978 by Andre Deutsch and in hardback. Illustrated front and rear endpapers the book contains b/w illustrations throughout along with 16 full colour full page Il;lustrations. This was to be Ardizzone’s last wor, he died before it was published. I am grateful to Sotheran’s for making an inert transparent Melinex/Mylar wrapper around the outside cover and over the dust wrapper inside the book thus ensuring its future protection. Sotheran’s produce online and printed catalogues. I chose this title from their online catalogue, placed my order online and received my book very well wrapped to ensure its protection during transit by post 24 hours later. Sotheran’s really are a nice company to do business with.

First class service. My son is absolutely over the moon with his book. Thank you so much.