Why You’ll Love It
Among the rarest and most extraordinary Barbara Raheb books we have encountered, Liber Sanctorum: The Book of Saints is a tiny illuminated manuscript created by the artist herself. Published in 1984 in an exceptionally small edition of only 44 copies, this example is numbered #28/44 and features pages of readable text that were compiled and calligraphed by Raheb, accompanied by hand-painted portrait illustrations, decorative floral borders, and illuminated initial letters. Brilliant miniature portraits of saints appear against vivid blue, red, green, and gold-toned grounds, surrounded by delicate hand-painted flowers, vines, and ornamental details. Facing pages contain dense calligraphic text enhanced with colored initials and decorated margins, recalling the illuminated manuscripts of the medieval period.
Extremely rare on the secondary market and preserved in immaculate condition, this is an exceptional collector’s piece and a true miniature work of art.
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 Liber Sanctorum 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
