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Cooper's Workshop
3782238 Cooper's Workshop by Amman, Jost (1539-91); (add.info.: Cooper from the Book of Trades / Das Standebuch (Panoplia omnium illiberalium mechanicarum...), Collection of woodcuts by Jost Amman (13 June 1539 -17 March 1591), 1568 with accompanying rhyme by Hans Sachs (5 November 1494 - 19 January 1576)
The Arts in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by Paul Lacroix, published by J.S. Virtue and Co, London, 1886, p. 14.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33393958
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Barrel Beer Barrel Beer Barrels C16h Cooper Corporation Craft Engravings Guild Handicraft Jost Amman Manufacture Profession Sixteenth Trades Vocation Wooden Barrel Wooden Barrels 16 16th Xvi Xvith Sixteenth Century Gravure Engraving Occupation Tradesman
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Cooper's Workshop - A Glimpse into the Craftsmanship of the Renaissance
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. This photo print, titled "Cooper's Workshop" takes us back to the vibrant era of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Created by Jost Amman, a renowned engraver from the 16th century, this woodcut offers a fascinating insight into one of the many trades that flourished during this period. The image showcases a bustling cooperage workshop where skilled craftsmen meticulously craft wooden barrels. The attention to detail is evident in every stroke of Amman's engraving, capturing not only the physicality of their work but also their dedication and expertise. Amidst stacks of beer barrels, we witness these artisans engrossed in their laborious task. With precision tools in hand, they shape and assemble each barrel with care and finesse. The aroma of freshly cut wood fills the air as they transform raw materials into functional works of art. Accompanying this remarkable illustration is an insightful rhyme penned by Hans Sachs – a poet who beautifully captures both admiration for these craftsmen and an ode to their trade. Through this print, we are transported back in time to experience firsthand how guilds played an essential role in shaping society during that era. Cooperages were vital establishments within communities; providing not only essential vessels for storing liquids but also acting as hubs for social interaction among tradesmen. As we gaze upon this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, let us appreciate not just its aesthetic beauty but also recognize it as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, our fascination with history continues to inspire awe at the skills passed down through generations – skills that continue to shape our world today.
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