Animalcules

Inspired by van Leeuwenhoek's early microscopy, a dozen animalcules attach with embedded magnets to the front, back, and edges of the petri dish/slide view as well as the old square nail above it. The 12 page book of water color animalcules also has embedded magnets so it can stick to the metal dish or it can hang freely from the square nail. Hand twined linen threads and an antique button create closure to the book. The entire piece is sealed on all edges for longevity.