Adolf Born

Adolf Born (1930–2016) was a Czech painter, graphic artist, illustrator and animator. He studied in Prague with Professor Antonín Pelc and focused primarily on lithography, etching and drypoint. His work was influenced by his fascination with the circus, exoticism and the world of fables. He is known to the general public mainly for his book illustrations and the artistic form of Mach and Šebestová. He also designed postage stamps, theatre costumes and decorations. His works have been exhibited all over the world and have won numerous awards.