Photographic Print : Johann Faust, German printer
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Johann Faust, German printer
Johann Fust (c.1400-1466), German printer. Fust came from a wealthy family in Mainz. Fust was associated with Johann Gutenberg. Some see Fust as the inventor of printing and Gutembergs instructor, whereas others see him more as a financier. After an acrimonius law suit with Gutenberg over a loan, which Fust won, Fust set up a printing works with Peter Schoffer. Their first work was a Psalter, a folio of 350 pages, which is the first book to have a complete date (14 August 1457). It also used large initials printed in two colours, using type made in two pieces. He is thought to have died of the plague while on a visit to Paris. This woodcut illustration comes from van Opmeers Opus chronographicum orbis universi, published at Amsterdam in 1611
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1400s 15th Century Printing Press Vertical Wood Cut Faust Gutenberg Johann Fust Mono Chrome Plague Victim Psalter Schoffer
10"x10" Photo Print
Bring the intriguing history of printing to your home or office with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Johann Faust, the German printer. This stunning image, captured by Science Photo Library, transports you back in time to the 15th century, showcasing the enigmatic figure of Johann Faust, a man closely linked with the legendary Johann Gutenberg. Faust, hailing from a prosperous Mainz family, played a pivotal role in the early days of the printing press. This beautifully printed photograph is an essential addition to any space that appreciates the rich history of the written word, art, and technology. Acquire this unique piece today and ignite the imagination of your visitors.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24cm x 25.4cm (9.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of Johann Faust, a prominent German printer from the 15th century. Born into wealth in Mainz, Faust's legacy is intertwined with that of Johann Gutenberg, as they collaborated on groundbreaking printing techniques. While some credit Faust as the true inventor of printing and Gutenberg's mentor, others perceive him primarily as a financial supporter. The image showcases an exquisite woodcut illustration extracted from van Opmeers Opus chronographicum orbis universi, published in Amsterdam in 1611. The monochrome portrayal depicts Faust amidst his revolutionary printing press alongside Peter Schoffer, his partner at their renowned printing works. Their first masterpiece was the Psalter, a monumental folio comprising 350 pages and holds historical significance for being the first book to bear a complete date: August 14th, 1457. Tragically, Faust's life was cut short by the plague during a visit to Paris. Despite his untimely demise, his contributions to typography and book production remain indelible within history's annals. Notably innovative were large initials printed in two colors using type made in two pieces—an artistic feat that showcased Faust's mastery over his craft. This thought-provoking print serves as both an homage to Johann Faust's remarkable achievements and a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through the ages.
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