Proof impression of an original wood engraved bookplate for Geoffrey Cains

Wood engraving, 120 x 95 mm (image), 165 x 120 mm (sheet), signed lower right and dated ’91, editioned lower left A/P/ 9/20.

One of 20 artist’s proof impressions of an original wood engraved bookplate, printed before the addition of lettering, made for distinguished doctor and book collector Geoffrey Cains.

Mike Hudson (1939–2021) was a prominent Australian independent artist, bookbinder, and designer, and co-founder of the Wayzgoose Press.