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Visitors' book of John Sparks Limited, dealer in Chinese art (London), which was later also used by Alistair Sampson Limited, art dealers (London). Book used to record visitors to exhibitions held at the Spark's 128 Mount Street gallery (later occupied by Alistair Sampson Ltd) and external antiques fairs. Covers: 1966, 1977, 1992, 1993 and 1997. Records date of visit, name of visitor and address of visitor. Exhibitions named: 'Exhibition of Modern European Pottery' [March 1st-March 18th 1966]; '1977 Exhibition'; '1992 International Ceramics Fair [Park Lane Hotel, London]'; 'International Ceramics Fair 1993' [Park Lane Hotel, London]; and '120 Mount Street "Traditions of Collecting" June 1997' ['Chinese Works of Art: Traditions of Collecting', curated by Roger Keverne and Michael Gillingham, held at Alistair Sampson Antiques, 120 Mount Street, London]. Ruled paper. Handwritten. 1 volume. Bound. Black leather covers, with 'Visitors' imprinted in gold on front cover and gold floral border design.
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