Why You’ll Love It
An exceptionally unusual and desirable early Barbara Raheb miniature book, this 1980 edition of Elizabeth Barrett Browning's Sonnets from the Portuguese is numbered #8 and features more than 55 pages of readable text accompanied by black-and-white illustrations. It is one of Raheb's earliest miniature books. Bound in elegant black and cobalt blue pyroxylin, the cover and spine are richly decorated with intricate gilt tooling and finished with a remarkable jeweled gold-tone clasp set with a brilliant cobalt blue stone. We have not been unable to locate another jeweled example of this edition, making it an especially exciting opportunity for collectors of Barbara Raheb's finest work.
Details
Materials: Faux leather (pyroxylin) binding, paper
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Barbara Raheb, IGMA Artisan
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The miniature Sonnets from the Portuguese book is included only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
