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About Mr. R.A. Priddle Founder, Priddle’s Rare Books & Antiques Private Librarian | Antiquarian | Cultural Consultant
Welcome to the world of Priddle’s Rare Books & Antiques, where every object has a story, and every story is worth preserving.
Robert A. Priddle — or Mr. R.A. Priddle, as he prefers in professional circles — is the mind behind this one-of-a-kind consultancy rooted in Williamstown, Ontario. With over a decade of experience in rare book curation, antique brokerage, and historical preservation, he brings together scholarship, salesmanship, and a passion for the past.
Robert’s expertise ranges from cataloging 18th-century legal texts and animating special collections, to designing estate sales, appraising fine objects, and conserving personal libraries. He’s worked with public institutions, private collectors, and historical societies across Canada and Europe — always with the same guiding principle: respect the story, honour the craft.
More than a business, Priddle’s Rare Books & Antiques is a bespoke service for those who value culture, beauty, and meaning. Whether you need help identifying a rare edition, curating a personal archive, or planning a high-end antique sale, Robert offers discerning guidance grounded in deep knowledge and meticulous care.
He also teaches and lectures widely, sharing his insights into book history, print culture, and the esoteric traditions that give meaning to material things.