The Holy Bible 1611 edition King James Version — Hand-Sewn & Traditionally Hand-Bound

Please note that this Bible has been fully disassembled, re-hand-sewn on five cords, and traditionally rebound—not merely re-covered.

Each piece is crafted entirely by hand over many days, through multiple meticulous stages. Created in limited quantities, every book remains a singular object.

This edition of The Holy Bible (1611 King James Version Replica) has been bound using high-quality, hand-dyed Italian leather. Each section is hand-sewn, ensuring durability and longevity—crafted to be cherished, studied, and passed down through generations.

The book boards and spine feature a combination of blind-tooled decorations and sacred elements gilded in 24K gold. A hand-tooled leather bookmark has been added to complement the overall design and spiritual harmony of the binding.

The binding of this Bible is designed with an antique feel, particularly in the treatment of the gold-leaf cross.
In keeping with this aesthetic, subtle irregularities are intentionally embraced, allowing the leather beneath to gently emerge.

For the endpapers, I used handmade marbled paper created by me, carefully selecting the finest sheet specifically for this Bible. I also marbled the Bible edges to match the endpapers, giving the volume a unique character.

I chose this Bible version because, in my humble opinion, it is closer to Christian tradition, and it also includes the Apocrypha books, which can broaden our study of the Bible.

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

• Edition: The Holy Bible, 1611 Edition Replica
• Version: King James Version (KJV)
• Language: English
• Dimensions: about13.5(Width)x21.5(Height)x4.5(Thickness)cm  (=about 5.3x8.5x1.8inches)
  

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.

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