I have in my collection a small engraving which is very playful and fun. It was created by #RichardWallwork (1882-1955). Richard studied art at the Manchester School of Art and then went on to study at the Royal College of Art in London. After his studies, he taught at the Liverpool City School of Art. In 1910, he was convinced to teach at the Cantebury College of Art in Christchurch, New Zealand. He and his wife, Elizabeth (also a fine artist), were well respected and Richard finished his teaching career as director of ghd college.

The piece is signed and has a dedication in pencil below the lower plate mark. It is dedicated to #WalterKeesey, who was a student at the Royal College of Art at the same time as Richard. So, I will date it to around 1910.

A youthful laughing faun with a large feather at his hooves shows that he has been up to mischief. A mischievous and playful piece.