Please note that this book has been fully disassembled, meticulously re-sewn by hand on five cords, and traditionally rebound—not merely re-covered.
Each piece is made entirely by hand over the course of many days and through multiple meticulous stages. Created in limited quantities, every book remains a truly unique object.
This edition of The Lord of the Rings has been bound using high-quality, hand-dyed Italian leather. Each section is hand sewn, ensuring durability and longevity—crafted to be cherished and passed down through generations.
The book boards and spine feature blind-tooled decorations, while the title and author’s name are gilded in 24K gold. A hand-tooled leather bookmark has been added to complement the overall design and harmony of the binding.
For the endpapers, I used handmade marbled paper created by me, carefully selecting the finest sheet specifically for this book. I also marbled the edges of the text block to match the endpapers, giving the volume a unique character.
All processes are performed entirely by hand, without the use of machines, in respect for traditional craftsmanship and the environment. Bookbinding is a time-intensive craft, but it allows me to place a piece of my soul into every book I create.
Book Information
- Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
- Illustrator: Author (J.R.R. Tolkien)
- Language: English
- Size: about 14 × 22.5 × 7.3 cm=
about 1.6 × 8.9 × 2.9 inches
Shipping Information
All items are shipped via FedEx, with a tracking number provided.
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.
Any imitation will be legally prosecuted.
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