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Typesetters and Compositors, c. 1860 (colour litho)
CHT274975 Typesetters and Compositors, c.1860 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: l Imprimeur Typographe; le Fondeur de Caracteres; Imagerie scolaire; Librairie Hachette; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22941632
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Compositor Printer Printers Printing Typography Compositing Typesetter
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Prints featuring "Typesetters and Compositors, c.1860" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating 19th-century color lithograph, housed in Musee Carnavalet in Paris, showcases the intricate world of typesetting and compositing. The rich colors and vibrant details of this French School masterpiece are beautifully preserved in our premium metal prints, creating a timeless piece of art that adds character and history to any space. Elevate your home or office decor with this unique and thought-provoking artwork. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Typesetters and Compositors, c. 1860" takes us back in time to the bustling world of printing in 19th century France. The image showcases the intricate art of typography and compositing, highlighting the skilled craftsmen who played a pivotal role in bringing words to life on paper. In this vibrant colour lithograph, we see two figures engrossed in their work. On the left stands an Imprimeur Typographe (Printer Typographer), meticulously arranging metal typefaces with precision and expertise. His hands move swiftly across the composing stick as he carefully selects each character for a flawless composition. On the right side of the image stands le Fondeur de Caracteres (Type Founder), responsible for creating these very characters that grace our pages. With intense focus, he pours molten metal into molds to shape individual letters and symbols that will later be used by typographers like his counterpart. The scene is set against a backdrop featuring Imagerie scolaire (School Imagery) and Librairie Hachette (Hachette Bookstore), hinting at education's importance in nurturing both literacy and craftsmanship during this era. This extraordinary photograph from Musee Carnavalet offers us a glimpse into an age when every word was painstakingly composed by hand—no digital shortcuts or automated processes here. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, dedication, and artistic skill within the realm of printing—a timeless reminder of
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