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The Caxton Memorial Celebration (engraving)
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The Caxton Memorial Celebration (engraving)
1106411 The Caxton Memorial Celebration (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caxton Memorial Celebration. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 June 1877.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23536720
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
1471 Almonry Called Caxton Historic Houses Prayer Book Printed Printing St Margarets Church Westminster William Caxton Woodcuts
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The Caxton Memorial Celebration
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a significant moment in history. The image showcases the commemoration of William Caxton, an English printer and pioneer of the printing press. This celebration was held at St Margaret's Church in Westminster, London, where Caxton's burial place and former residence were located. The intricately detailed woodcuts depicted in this print are reminiscent of the craftsmanship found in Caxton's renowned book "The Recuyell Historyes of Troye". These woodcuts served as illustrations for various texts including "The Fifteen Oes" prayer book. This historic event attracted attention not only from England but also from Germany and other parts of Europe. It highlights the profound impact that Caxton had on the development of printing technology and its dissemination throughout Europe during his time. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene, we can almost feel ourselves transported to that era when books were cherished treasures and printing was still a novel concept. The image evokes a sense of admiration for Caxton's contributions to literature and his role in shaping European culture through widespread access to knowledge. "The Caxton Memorial Celebration" serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left by William Caxton, reminding us of how far we have come since those early days of printed books while honoring one man's pivotal role in revolutionizing communication through print.
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