W. C. Baker Rare Books & Ephemera

Specializing in appraisals, collection management, Americana, art and design, avant garde, circus and magic, unusual collections and exhibitions, ephemera, manuscripts

About

W. C. Baker Rare Books specializes in rare printed and manuscript materials in Americana, avant-garde literature, social movements, and the history of unusual collections, exhibitions, and performances. In addition to buying and selling, we serve as rare book appraisers and consultants to both institutions and private collectors. Will Baker is an IRS-qualified appraiser, compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) through August 24, 2023, and provides appraisal services for donation, estate, insurance, and other purposes.

Terms of Sale

Payments may be submitted by check, wire transfer, credit card, or PayPal. Libraries and known customers may be billed. All materials are guaranteed to be as described. Purchases may be returned within ten days of receipt after contacting the seller, provided they are in the same condition as when received. All items are subject to prior sale.