Ex libris van Irén Bauer 1931

"Ex libris van Irén Bauer" is a woodcut print by Dezsö Farkas, created in 1931. The print depicts a woman with multiple arms, symbolizing her busy life. She is engaged in various activities, such as reading, playing music, gardening, and baking, all within a single image. The woodcut style, characterized by bold lines and black and white contrast, contributes to the graphic quality of the composition. This bookplate was designed for Irén Bauer, and its unique visual representation of a multi-tasking woman captures a specific moment in time and reflects the cultural context of the era.