Why You’ll Love It
An exceptionally early Barbara Raheb miniature book, this tiny edition of John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim’s Progress was published in 1980 and is numbered #12—a wonderfully low number for collectors of Raheb’s retired miniature books. First published in 1678, Bunyan’s Christian allegory follows the journey of a man called Christian from the City of Destruction toward the Celestial City, encountering figures and places whose names have entered the literary imagination, including the Slough of Despond and Vanity Fair. Raheb’s miniature contains pages of readable text within a handsome black pyroxylin binding.
Fine gilt titling, an elegant looping gilt border, and coordinating spine decoration give this diminutive volume the presence of a treasured antique library book. Rare, retired, and beautifully suited to a scholarly library, historic study, parlor, or collector’s bookcase.
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 Pilgrim’s Progress 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
