Artistic Tribute to International Book Day 2025

The new Illustrations by Andrea De Santis in Recovered Wood Frames

On the occasion of International Book Day 2025, Cape Best launches a new exclusive collection that combines art, sustainability and a passion for reading . This special collaboration with illustrator Andrea De Santis celebrates the world of books through artistic creations enclosed in fine reclaimed wood frames, transforming each piece into a unique and sustainable art object.

Illustration Book Day in frame

A Meeting Between Art and Sustainability

The new Cape Best collection represents a perfect combination of artistic expression and environmental commitment . Each illustration by Andrea De Santis, digitally signed by the artist, is enhanced by a handcrafted frame in reclaimed wood , handcrafted with care and attention to detail. The result is a fascinating contrast between the elegance of the illustrations and the natural texture of the wood , creating pieces with a strong visual impact and a deep symbolic value .

Andrea De Santis' Illustrations: A Journey into the World of Books

Illustrator Andrea De Santis has created a series of works that capture the essence of reading through evocative and poetic images. His works visually narrate concepts such as imagination, silence, space, relaxation and discovery - all sensations intimately linked to the experience of reading.

His illustrations are distinguished by an unmistakable style that combines dreamlike and conceptual elements, transporting the observer into a universe where books become portals to unexplored worlds and profound reflections.

Cape Best Frame with Andrea De Santis Illustration

Reclaimed Wood Frames: Unique Pieces of Sustainable Design

The wooden frames that house De Santis' works represent Cape Best's commitment to sustainability . Made from reclaimed wood, these frames tell stories through their grain, knots and imperfections. Each piece is unique, handcrafted by expert craftsmen who transform the reclaimed material into elegant furnishings.

The choice to use reclaimed wood is not only an aesthetic statement, but a concrete gesture of respect for the environment.

A Tribute to International Book Day

Launched to coincide with International Book Day 2025, this collection is a tribute to the importance of reading in contemporary culture. Celebrated annually on April 23, the holiday promotes books as fundamental tools for knowledge, imagination, and dialogue between cultures.

The Cape Best x Andrea De Santis collection perfectly embodies this spirit, transforming the love of books into tangible objects of art that can enrich any home or work environment.

Square frame with illustration

An Original Gift for Book Lovers

This exclusive collection is designed for those looking for an original and meaningful gift or who want to enrich their spaces with a concrete sign of their passion for reading. Each piece of the collection, with its signed illustration and its handcrafted frame, represents a gift that goes beyond the simple object: it is an aesthetic experience, a cultural message, an ecological commitment.

Conclusion: Art, Books and Sustainability

Andrea De Santis's collection of illustrations in reclaimed wood frames is a perfect celebration of International Book Day 2025. By combining art, literature and sustainability, Cape Best offers a product that speaks to the hearts of book lovers and conscious design .

Each framed illustration thus becomes not only a decorative element, but a symbol of the importance of reading and creativity in our society, enclosed in an object made with respect for the environment.

For more information on the exclusive collection and to discover all the available illustrations, visit the official Cape Best website or visit authorized retailers.

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