Printing office. On left compositors are at work setting up text using letters from 'case' in front of them. Centre back type is being inked ready to be printed on to paper in flatbed screwjack press centre right

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Printing office. On left compositors are at work setting up text using letters from 'case' in front of them. Centre back type is being inked ready to be printed on to paper in flatbed screwjack press centre right

531519 Printing office. On left compositors are at work setting up text using letters from 'case' in front of them. Centre back type is being inked ready to be printed on to paper in flatbed screwjack press centre right. Paper hung up to allow ink to dry before being stacked in pile by boy, centre front. Master printer in fur lined gown supervises his enterprise. After Stradanus (Jan van der Straet) Nova reperta Antwerp c1600. Engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38094706

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Antwerp Back Case Centre Compositors Enterprise Front Gown Hung Inked Left Lined Master Nova Office Pile Printed Printer Printing Ready Setting Stacked Stradanus Type

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the intricate process of printing in a bustling office setting. On the left, compositors are hard at work meticulously setting up text using letters from the 'case' in front of them. The center back showcases type being carefully inked, ready to be printed onto paper using a flatbed screwjack press located in the center right. In the foreground, paper is hung up to allow the ink to dry before being stacked into a neat pile by a young boy. A master printer, adorned in a luxurious fur-lined gown, oversees his enterprise with precision and expertise. The scene depicted in this image is reminiscent of an era long gone by - showcasing traditional printing techniques that were once essential for communication and dissemination of information. The attention to detail and dedication displayed by each individual involved in this process is truly remarkable. This engraving after Stradanus (Jan van der Straet) titled "Nova reperta Antwerp c1600" offers a glimpse into the rich history of printing and serves as a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry involved in this age-old practice. It's truly fascinating to witness such timeless traditions captured within this single frame.

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