The Hobbit – Facsimile Gift Edition with Custom Fore-Edge Painting | Shire

“In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.” – J.R.R. Tolkien
This is a made-to-order watercolor fore-edge painting of the beloved Hobbit holes of the Shire, specially designed for The Hobbit – Facsimile Gift Edition. The artwork flows continuously from the side edge to the top, creating an immersive landscape. The bottom edge features Tolkien’s iconic quote in handwritten detail.
🌿 A collector’s dream, this edition includes:
Original Tolkien recordings on CD
Fold-out map with secret runes
Lenticular collector’s box
Hardcover book with classic illustrations
🎨 Each painting takes 2-4 weeks to complete. No two pieces are ever alike — your copy will be a unique, hand-painted work of art.
📖 Made-to-Order Details:
🌄 Continuous fore-edge art: main edge + top side
✍️ Bottom edge quote lettering
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📦 Painting begins once the book is received
📌 Please Note:The painted edges are lightly coated with fixative to preserve the watercolor.The book remains fully readable but is best treated as a collector’s art piece.Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen.Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to protect the artwork.
🎁 This is a meaningful gift for children beginning their reading journey, Tolkien fans, fantasy collectors, or lovers of fine book art.
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