Why You’ll Love It
A celestial treasure from the earliest years of Barbara Raheb’s miniature bookmaking, Star Paths is a tiny astrology volume published in 1979 and numbered #112/300. The book contains readable text accompanied by black-and-white illustrations. Its rich cobalt blue pyroxylin binding is decorated with gilt titling and a wonderfully graphic celestial design: a central star surrounded by radiating beams, tiny orbiting circles, and scattered stars. Rare, retired, and beautifully preserved, this early Raheb edition is especially charming for collectors drawn to astrology and the night sky.
A fascinating little addition to a miniature library, astrologer’s study, or cabinet of curiosities.
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 Star Paths 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
