Press
The World of Interiors: Rare Wuthering Heights First-Edition Discovered in Hollywood
The World of Interiors highlighted our discovery of an exceptionally rare 1848 first American edition of Wuthering Heights, found in Hollywood and preserved in its original cloth.
Country Life: Wuthering Heights first edition
A rare first edition of Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights in the original cloth, one of only two known copies, was recently featured in Country Life as one of Bayliss Rare Books’ major literary discoveries.
The New York Times – Oliver Bayliss gives expert Insight on a 1937 First Edition of The Hobbit
When The New York Times reported on a rare 1937 first edition of The Hobbit coming to auction in Bristol, they contacted Oliver Bayliss of Bayliss Rare Books for expert commentary, as an expert in Tolkien first editions.
The Guardian – Rare Original Proof of David Bailey’s Box of Pin-Ups
Bayliss Rare Books was recently featured in The Guardian following the discovery of an exceptionally rare original proof copy of David Bailey’s Box of Pin-Ups (1965).
The proof came from the private collection of graphic designer David Hillman, who worked on the project with magazine editor Mark Boxer.
Daily Mail – The Art of the Curated Library
Oliver Bayliss, founder of Bayliss Rare Books, was recently interviewed by the Daily Mail for a feature on the growing trend of curated libraries. The article explored how bespoke book collections have become a design statement as well as a reflection of personal passions.
Oliver Bayliss Live on TV with Michael Portillo!
Earlier this year on 27 April, I had the amazing experience of appearing live on TV with Michael Portillo, discussing Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
The Guardian – An Intimate Look at Stoker’s Early Thoughts
We are thrilled to share that Bayliss Rare Books and our recently sold Bram Stoker letter were spotlighted in The Guardian. This fascinating feature explores a rare and candid note penned by Stoker just weeks after the publication of Dracula in 1897.
The Telegraph — Bram Stoker’s Intimate Letter on Dracula
We are thrilled to announce that Bayliss Rare Books and our recently featured Bram Stoker letter have been covered in The Telegraph. The article explores a playful and rare handwritten note sent by Stoker just weeks after the publication of Dracula in May 1897, selling through our gallery for £15,000
The Independent - Bram Stoker’s ‘cheeky’ letter sent after Dracula publication goes on sale for £15,000
We’re delighted to share that Bayliss Rare Books was recently featured in The Independent for a remarkable literary item currently on offer: a playful and rare letter by Dracula author Bram Stoker, written shortly after the publication of his iconic novel in 1897.
Original Fibres - an interview with Oliver Bayliss
For Original Fibres Fabric Fanatic series, the London based fashion brand met Oliver Bayliss – rare book dealer and long-standing Original Fibres customer - at his soon to open Parsons Green studio. They took the chance to ask him some questions about sourcing some of the rarest books in the world and curating some of the most prolific modern libraries in London.
Antiques Trade Gazette: JRR Tolkien letter taking a swipe at Conan Doyle sells for £20,000
Opinionated and philosophical missives to friends and first editions from the Lord of the Rings cycle are available through Bayliss Rare Books
Delighted the ATG covered my recent Tolkien collection and sales.
Antiques Trade Gazette: Gutenberg Bible leaf priced at six figures.
Our old friends, The Antique Trade Gazette have covered our recent acquisition, a fine Leaf from The Gutenberg Bible!
'Bayliss Rare Books is offering a fine leaf from the Gutenberg Bible, the first Western book printed with moveable type. The leaf in question is the end of Chapter 45 through to the beginning of Chapter 48 of Isaiah (45:6-48:6).'
