Antique-Style Orphic Egg Journal -- Large Size

I bound this antique-style journal by hand using warm brown Italian leather, which I dyed myself. The symbols engraved on the central plates depict the Orphic Egg, a serpent coiled around an egg, a symbol of creation and the origin of the universe.

I believe that through the act of writing, we become the demiurges of our own lives. With words, we shape our thoughts, give form to our experiences, and, in doing so, create our own reality.

I bound this journal with high-quality leather and filled it with 95 gr light cream-colored blank paper, which is ideal not only for fountain pens (it doesn’t bleed through) but also for graphite and sketching. The pages are hand-sewn. I added gold decorations using 24K gold leaf. 

For the endpapers, I used my own handmade marbled paper, carefully selecting the sheet that best suited this particular journal. I also marbled the edges by hand, giving the journal a distinctive and unique character.

Every step is carried out by hand, following traditional bookbinding methods and with respect for the environment. Although the process takes time, each journal is bound with care and attention, making every piece unique.

Please note that this journal is not a Moleskine that bends back on itself. This journal has a structure: it is sewn on five cords and has a rounded and hammered spine. Thanks to this traditional structure, it opens smoothly and is easy to write in. It is built to last and will protect your words for years to come.

• Approximately 440 pages 
• Size: approximately 18 × 23 cm (7 × 9 inches)

You’re welcome to personalize your journal with an engraved title or initials on the spine. After you place your order, I’ll get in touch to confirm the engraving.

Shipping Information

• All items are shipped via FedEx, with a tracking number.
• For international shipping, the recipient’s phone number is required by the courier.

Please note:

• Delivery to freight forwarding agencies is not accepted. Orders placed with such addresses will be automatically cancelled.
• The delivery address must be the customer’s actual residential address.

Thank you for your understanding.

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