Exlibris G. D. 1974

oleksandraksinin

pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Exlibris G.D." is a 1974 black and white etching by Ukrainian artist Oleksandr Aksinin (1949-1985). The artwork depicts a whimsical elephant with a peace sign on its leg, holding a stack of books. The inscription "Ex Libris G.D" suggests this is a bookplate, a small design that identifies the owner of a book. This artwork is a unique blend of childish charm and political symbolism, typical of Aksinin's work. The image is characteristic of the artist's playful yet powerful style.