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THE BOOK AS ART TAKES ON SOME OR ALL
UNIQUE FORMS, STRUCTURES, TEXTURES,
MATERIALS, AND CONTENTS. SOME BOOKS
LOOK VERY NON-TRADITIONAL, BUT ALL
ARE MEANT TO INFORM OR ENTERTAIN.
THE FOLLOWING TREASURE BOXES ARE
AN EXAMPLE OF THESE UNIQUE STRUCTURES. |
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| Ladybug, Ladybug. Ladybug fabric, bug cage, cotton garden gloves. Text includes the tradional Ladybug, Ladybug poem and information about ladybugs from different countries This unique book structure opens on all four sides to lay flat and expose the small scroll book and related items. The book is 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/2 inches. $75. |
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| Arizona. Denim covered book, tool box and tools and text about tools This unique book structure opens on all four sides to reveal the text about tools and our times. The tiny carpenter's toolbox with its tiny tools is a visual feast for the viewer. The cover has an authentic patch from blue jeans. The book is 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/2 inches. $75. |
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| Secrets. This sculptural book is made of the artist's handmade paper made from banana peel, sticks and a secret attached to a wooden base. The paper has a very textural feel. $75. |
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| Chili, Chili, Chili. This unique book structure is a box in which the sides fall away when the cover is lifted. It contains chili recipes. The beautiful fabric gives a clue to the contents. $75
Salsa, Salsa Salsa. The smaller box houses recipes for salsas and can be added to with your favorite salsa recipe. There is a tiny bottle of Tabasco sauce inside the box. $55.
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Chili, Chili, Chili II. This treasure box houses chili recipes to which you may add your favorites. Fabric covered book with recipes and a teeny bottle of Tabasco sauce for your enjoyment. $75. |
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