Over the last few months I have been working on small metal books dedicated to peace. I have created two small installations - small precious libraries of peace: one with just 5 books and another with 21 books. The small libraries are now finished. One will go into my online shop for sale; and I might submit the other for entry into an exhibition.
The photos below show the smaller of the two libraries (smallest book - 40mmX32mm - sing peace; and largest - 65mmX50mm - no peace without love, no love without peace)
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| ©2015 Barry Smith - Small library of small metal peace books |
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| ©2015 Barry Smith - Small library of small metal peace books |
And below are photos of the larger small library of peace. On the very smallest book (22mmX18mm) there is but one word - PAX; and on the biggest (80mmX13mm) there is a full quote from John Lennon.
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| ©2015 Barry Smith - Larger small library of small metal peace books |
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| ©2015 Barry Smith - Larger small library of small metal peace books |
It has been a joy to make these two libraries; but as you can imagine making quite a few multiples does take time especially given that all books have a peace saying stamped on the middle page.
They look wonderful en masse, Barry! Such a lovely idea to spread a little peace. I especially like the long and narrow one.
ReplyDeletepax librarium = way cool
ReplyDeleteYou have been having fun. They look great.
ReplyDeleteGreat.... and, I agree, they look wonderful all together and on the lovely grain of the wood, too. Have a great week, Barry!!
ReplyDeletethink what would happen if everyone had a library of peace. beautiful work Barry. Thanks.
ReplyDelete~a metal {treasure} trove of peace and beauty...b...they are more precious than gold...much love light and blessings~
ReplyDeleteHi C, V, P, VA, LAM & B - thanks for checking this little library out; and thanks for your supportive peace comments. C - en masse makes an impact. V - I like pax libarium!! P - fun to do but even more fun when it turns out well. VA - wood offers a good contrast for the silver. LAM - wouldn't that be great - of course we would all need to remind ourselves of the contents from time to time. B - thanks - I agree the contents and intent makes them precious. All - go well in peace. B
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