The most collectable antique books brought to you by Francesco Magnani
Sometimes it’s really hard for me to sell a book. I’d like to keep them all!
With an art publisher for a father and an antiques dealer for a mother, Francesco’s passion for books is certainly a family affair. From the age of 18, Francesco worked with his parents in running an antiquarian bookstore in Italy. In 2020, he took over the family business. Since then, his reputable bookstore has joined the Independent Online Booksellers Association, with Francesco on the board of directors as well as Chair for the International Committee. Adding to his accolades, Francesco is also a member of the distinguished Manuscript Society and the Aldus Club – cementing his reputation as a leading expert in the field of rare books. Equipped with this knowledge as a senior Catawiki expert, Francesco Magnani has an eye like no other when it comes to discovering special finds that any book collector would want on their shelves.
With an art publisher for a father and an antiques dealer for a mother, Francesco’s passion for books is certainly a family affair. From the age of 18, Francesco worked with his parents in running an antiquarian bookstore in Italy. In 2020, he took over the family business. Since then, his reputable bookstore has joined the Independent Online Booksellers Association, with Francesco on the board of directors as well as Chair for the International Committee. Adding to his accolades, Francesco is also a member of the distinguished Manuscript Society and the Aldus Club – cementing his reputation as a leading expert in the field of rare books. Equipped with this knowledge as a senior Catawiki expert, Francesco Magnani has an eye like no other when it comes to discovering special finds that any book collector would want on their shelves.
- Over 15 years of industry experience
- Owns an antiquarian bookstore
- Specialist knowledge in rare Italian books (Incunabula – XIX century)
- Studied ancient Greek and Latin
With an art publisher for a father and an antiques dealer for a mother, Francesco’s passion for books is certainly a family affair. From the age of 18, Francesco worked with his parents in running an antiquarian bookstore in Italy. In 2020, he took over the family business. Since then, his reputable bookstore has joined the Independent Online Booksellers Association, with Francesco on the board of directors as well as Chair for the International Committee. Adding to his accolades, Francesco is also a member of the distinguished Manuscript Society and the Aldus Club – cementing his reputation as a leading expert in the field of rare books. Equipped with this knowledge as a senior Catawiki expert, Francesco Magnani has an eye like no other when it comes to discovering special finds that any book collector would want on their shelves.
With an art publisher for a father and an antiques dealer for a mother, Francesco’s passion for books is certainly a family affair. From the age of 18, Francesco worked with his parents in running an antiquarian bookstore in Italy. In 2020, he took over the family business. Since then, his reputable bookstore has joined the Independent Online Booksellers Association, with Francesco on the board of directors as well as Chair for the International Committee. Adding to his accolades, Francesco is also a member of the distinguished Manuscript Society and the Aldus Club – cementing his reputation as a leading expert in the field of rare books. Equipped with this knowledge as a senior Catawiki expert, Francesco Magnani has an eye like no other when it comes to discovering special finds that any book collector would want on their shelves.