Framed Print : Johann Gutenberg / Book
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Johann Gutenberg / Book
JOHANN GUTENBERG German printer holding a book in one hand and movable type (which he invented) in the other
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1400 1468 Gutenberg Invented Johann Movable Parted Printer
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Johann Gutenberg / Book Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite print showcases the pioneering figure of Johann Gutenberg, the 15th-century German blacksmith, goldsmith, printer, and publisher, who is widely considered to be the father of the printing press. In this powerful image, Gutenberg is depicted holding a book in one hand and his groundbreaking movable type in the other, symbolizing the inception of the mass communication era. Add this historically significant and visually stunning print to your decor, and be a part of preserving the rich narrative of human innovation.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image, Johann Gutenberg, the pioneering German printer, is depicted holding a printed book in one hand and a piece of movable type in the other. Dressed in the attire of the late 15th century, Gutenberg wears a pointed hat and a long, flowing beard, adding to the historical authenticity of the scene. The year is 1468, and the revolutionary invention of movable type, which he had parted with his own two hands just a few years prior, is now in full view. Gutenberg's groundbreaking innovation transformed the way knowledge was disseminated, making books more accessible to the masses. Movable type allowed for mass production of texts, enabling the spread of literacy and the proliferation of ideas. This image captures the moment of discovery and the profound impact that Gutenberg's invention would have on the course of history. The intricately detailed woodcut print showcases the pride and excitement in Gutenberg's expression as he holds up his creations. The book in his hand, with its crisp pages and elegant script, stands as a testament to the power of the printed word. The piece of movable type, with its neatly arranged letters, underscores the ingenuity and innovation that defined Gutenberg's legacy. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the written word held the power to change the world. It serves as a reminder of the importance of knowledge, the value of innovation, and the enduring allure of the printed book.
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