Exlibris G. Jan Rhebergen by Oleksandr Aksinin

Exlibris G. Jan Rhebergen 1981

oleksandraksinin

quirky illustration

childish illustration

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

unrealistic statue

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

cartoon style

"Exlibris G. Jan Rhebergen" is a 1981 woodcut by Ukrainian artist Oleksandr Aksinin, known for his graphic work and whimsical imagery. This particular piece, an exlibris, is a bookplate intended to be pasted inside a book. It features a stylized, almost puppet-like, figure within an oval frame. The intricate detail of the figure's body and the stark contrast of black and white contribute to a unique and slightly unsettling aesthetic. The use of line and texture adds depth and complexity to the image, leaving the viewer to contemplate the meaning behind the enigmatic figure and its symbolism.