Services

45 Years of Unrivalled Expertise

For over 45 years, Heribert Tenschert has been a passionate collector and dealer of rare books and illuminated manuscripts, establishing himself as one of the foremost experts in the field. His dedication to uncovering the most exquisite and historically significant manuscripts from the Middle Ages and Renaissance, combined with his unparalleled knowledge, intuition, and connoisseurship, has earned him an esteemed reputation among collectors and scholars alike. Tenschert's keen eye for artistic merit and historical value continues to shape the world of rare books, making him a trusted guide for collectors worldwide.

Our Services

• Valuation
  We provide expert valuations of rare books and illuminated manuscripts, ensuring you to understand the true worth of your collection based on current market conditions, provenance, and scholarly significance.

• Buying and Selling
  We specialize in acquiring and selling rare books and illuminated manuscripts from the Middle Ages and Renaissance and the most precious printed books spanning five centuries. Whether you’re seeking to buy a specific work or sell a treasured piece, our expertise guarantees the best possible outcome.

• Advisory on Building Bibliophile Collections
  Our deep knowledge of the rare book market allows us to offer tailored advice on building and enhancing private and institutional collections, making sure that each acquisition aligns with your personal tastes and scholarly or investment goals.

• Selling Unique Collections
  We offer unmatched services in selling entire collections to museums, libraries, and private collectors. Our extensive network ensures that your collection finds its ideal home with institutions or passionate collectors.

• The grandest Catalogues
  Our catalogues, written by leading scholars, feature richly illustrated descriptions of each book and manuscript in our collection. These catalogues cover all aspects of each work, from artistic attributions and provenances to detailed scholarly analysis. As Nicolas Barker has noted, “There can be no doubt that the catalogues, each one a substantial monument to its subject, that Heribert Tenschert has published over the last half-century, have been the grandest, in scope and physical form, produced by any bookseller in that period.” (The Book Collector, 2021).

• Auction Representation and Bidding
  We offer full representation at auctions, bidding on your behalf and providing expert advice on potential acquisitions. Our strategic approach ensures you stay competitive in a complex market.

• Expert Opinions
  We prepare thorough expert opinions and reports, offering in-depth analysis of the historical, artistic, and market value of rare books and illuminated manuscripts. Our unique working library of 50,000 sales catalogues and 30,000 reference works is testimony to that.