The J.R.R. Tolkien's bronze bust in a realistic style is a tribute to the legendary author'sliterary legacy. The bust features a detailed portrait of Tolkien wearing his regular suitand waistcoat adorned with 3 buttons designed in the style of the Silmarils (as he drewthem in his sketches), the central artifacts of his most complex literary work “theSilmarillion'', reflecting his artistic prowess.In the back of the bust, there are a total of 10 books that the bust is built uponsymbolizing Tolkien's extensive body of work, with one of those books almost hidden,semi-visible. Out of the 9 visible books (the 9 rings for man), 7 are facing outwards and3 facing inwards, a subtle nod to the 7 rings given to the Dwarf-lords, the 3 given to theElves, and the hidden book as the 1 One Ring to rule them all from his iconic workswhile at the same time representing his passing in 1973, the year containing the samenumber of the rings.A hidden silhouette of the One Ring is incorporated into the pocket of Tolkien's suit, areference to the mysterious and powerful artifact central to "The Lord of the Rings"trilogy. This pocket detail also pays homage to how Tolkien himself would often hold hishand during interviews, reminiscent of how characters in his books would handle theOne Ring.The sculpture of J.R.R. Tolkien was made by the artist as a heartfelt tribute to therenowned author, whose literary works delved deep into the essence of NorthernEuropean mythology, folklore, and heritage. Through his 40 books, Tolkien masterfullycaptured the rich tapestry of legends and stories that would be lost forever, and nowhave enchanted readers for generations.