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The Hobbit book - Vanishing Fore-edge painting

The Hobbit book - Vanishing Fore-edge painting

'In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.'
-J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit (The Lord of the Rings)

This is a hidden watercolor painting of Bilbo Baggins and Smaug the dragon on the fanned edges of the Hobbit book. The edges are gilded gold and the painting reveals itself when the pages are opened.


 

  • 🙌 This is a hand painted work of art. I revived an old paperback book and rebound it in a cotton hardcover that displays the title of the old paperback.

    🎁 As this is a preloved book, the pages will exhibit a little wear and tear. 

  • As each book is hand painted, all paintings are one of a kind. The decorated edges are lightly coated by fixative to protect the paint. The pages can be opened to read. A gentle reminder that it is primarily a work of art. It is best to place the book away from direct sunlight and water. Colours may vary a little from the photographs due to different screens and monitors.

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