Ten Fore-Edge Paintings -the magical art-form that hides pictures on the gilded edge of a book, to be revealed by spreading its pages. Here is ten examples of the beautiful and magical art-form that can put one two or three hidden images on the gilded edges of a book. Not just old books, watch out for the amazing Harry Potter with its glittering star edges and, of course, a hidden picture.
Heritage craft artist Maker of the Year award winner, Martin Frost, has produced over 3,500 fore-edges over the last few decades and is recognised as one of the world’s leading exponents of the art. He has examples in collections around the world and in major library collection including the British Library.
For more information visit Martin’s website, www.foredgefrost.co.uk
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