Founded in 1971, Reiss & Sohn is an auction house specializing in valuable antiquarian books and works on paper. Based in Königstein, it conducts auctions of rare books, manuscripts, maps, prints, and photography, serving collectors and consignors interested in historically and culturally significant material. Its catalogues cover subjects including early printed books, science, literature, geography, travel, cartography, decorative graphics, and photography, as well as notable private collections.

Auction highlights have included historic atlases, illustrated manuscripts, landmark scientific works, and rare editions. Customers can browse catalogues online, search lots, register for live bidding, place bids through a user account, and pursue eligible items in post-sale offerings. Reiss & Sohn also welcomes consignments for upcoming sales and provides expertise and services related to its specialist fields.

Alongside its auctions, the company publishes news and information about forthcoming sales, past results, viewing arrangements, and its history. Its record-setting sales demonstrate the significance of some items offered, while its broad subject range brings together rare books, art, and documentary materials for an international audience