Artist Book Appraisal

INK RIBBON RED by Alex Pavesi

The item is a hardcover or paperback book, likely a trade publication given its dimensions, titled 'INK RIBBON RED' by Alex Pavesi, who is identified as the 'Author of The Eighth Detective.' The cover features a striking illustration dominated by a large, classic-style mansion, possibly a stately home or an old university building, rendered in shades of red and brown. Above the mansion, numerous small pieces of white paper are depicted as if scattering in the wind, some with subtle red ink stains on them, suggesting a theme of spilled ink, mystery, or perhaps a disruption. The title 'INK RIBBON RED' is printed in large, bold black letters, with a slight visual texture to them, across the upper half of the cover. The author's name, 'ALEX PAVESI,' is prominently displayed in red capital letters at the top, followed by a lighter gray subtitle 'Author of The Eighth Detective.' A testimonial from 'THE GUARDIAN' is present on the upper right, stating '"Today's greatest exponent of playful detective fiction."' below 'INK.' The phrase 'a novel' appears in smaller black text on the lower left side, above the mansion's foundation. The background of the cover transitions from a light, almost faded gray at the top to a muted pinkish-red towards the bottom, setting a somewhat somber or mysterious tone. The book appears to be in very good condition with minimal visible wear on the front cover, suggesting it is relatively new or well-preserved. There are no noticeable tears, creases, or significant scuffs on the visible surface. The graphic design is modern, likely dating the book to the late 2010s or early 2020s, aligning with contemporary publishing aesthetics for mystery or literary fiction. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for a commercially produced book.