1920s original woodblock print, Bookplate for Margaret Preston, Adrian Feint, framed art

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Antique 1920s woodblock print bookplate, also known as an Ex Libris, created for William and Margaret Preston by Adrian Feint (1894–1971), a prominent Australian artist and bookpla te designer. The design features a sunflower and boomerang motif, reflecting Australian modernist themes popular during the period. Framed with vintage solid wood and custom double mount behind glass. 30cm x 25cm frame 6.3cm x 5cm artwork Adrian Feint (1894-1971) studied at the Sydney Art School with Julian Ashton after having served in the AIF in France and Belgium in World War I, during which he was praised for gallantry. Director of the Grosvenor galleries from 1924 to 1928, he came to specialise in commercial art, illustration and bookplate design. Show more