Manuscripts and Early Printed Books Rare Books Reading Room Just before opening in 2013 The freshly finished reading room before the 25,000 volumes of the reference library moved in. The „elephant“ in

newspapers: For preservation purposes it is not allowed to make copies from original newspapers (print editions). It is however allowed to make photos without using a flash or a tripod. It is possible

orders. Antiquarian acquisition We ask for antiquarian acquisition if the ordered title is out of print. We expect antiquarian books to be delivered - in as good a condition as possible with a well-balanced

centuries not only in their number, but also in their diversity. Further information can be found in the printed catalogues, especially those of Albrecht Weber. The Sanskrit manuscripts of the Staatsbibliothek

Berliner Faksimiles This series presents single sheets from significant manuscripts, drawings or rare prints. The reprint corresponds to the original in material, colour and state of preservation as far as

the age of 18, a declaration of consent from a parent or guardian is required. You are welcome to print out and fill out the Declaration of Consent before your visit. In addition to the above-mentioned

y illustrations (original graphics, engravings, lithographs, hand-colored prints, and other illustrations in special printing techniques, etc.). Volumes that violate legal provisions, especially those

Orient New acquisitions Here you can call up the new acquisitions of the Oriental Department of the Staatsbibliothek for the current and the last half of the year as well as the new acquisitions of th

reception in translations, literary works and book art as well. Old Arabian manuscripts, rare historical prints, splendid illustrated volumes, advertising art and elaborately designed children’s books are examples