Pages of the Unseen, 2025 (Original)

Original pen drawing framed in altered book with magnifying glass bookmark

Pages of the Unseen, 2025

Nestled within the spine of Henry James’s Portrait of a Lady, this miniature artwork unveils a lady seated cross-legged, her face hidden behind the book she reads. Encased in a tiny frame carved into the niche, the drawing whispers of concealed truths—identity shrouded by the very pages that promise revelation. Does her reading offer escape, or does it bind her further to the unseen forces shaping her world? Reflecting James’s meditation on freedom, constraint, and the enigmatic layers of self, this piece dares viewers to peek beyond the cover and imagine the story left untold.

Bookbound Miniature Series

Each piece in the Bookbound Miniature Series is a meticulously crafted fusion of literature and fine art, transforming the pages of books into immersive worlds of miniature storytelling. Embedded within these sculpted niches are hand-drawn scenes—tiny yet profound glimpses into the boundless imagination that books inspire.

Every artwork comes ready to hang and includes a certificate of authenticity, ensuring its status as an original, one-of-a-kind investment. No two pieces are alike—each book, each carving, and each drawing hold their own secrets, waiting to be discovered.

Whether displayed as a centerpiece or tucked into a personal library, this series invites viewers to step closer, look deeper, and lose themselves in the timeless interplay between art and literature.

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