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PAPER MAKER, 1568. The Paper maker, in his water-driven mill, makes smooth white
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PAPER MAKER, 1568. The Paper maker, in his water-driven mill, makes smooth white
PAPER MAKER, 1568.
The Paper maker, in his water-driven mill, makes smooth white sheets of paper from rags that have been chopped up, soaked, placed on the sieve, pressed and dried. Poem by Hans Sachs, woodcut by Jost Amman, 1568
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This print from 1568 titled "PAPER MAKER" takes us back in time to witness the intricate process of papermaking. In this woodcut by Jost Amman, we see a skilled craftsman immersed in his water-driven mill, surrounded by the tools of his trade. The paper maker's hands move with precision and expertise as he transforms rags into smooth white sheets of paper. The poem by Hans Sachs that accompanies this illustration adds another layer of depth to the image, highlighting the artistry and responsibility involved in this medieval craft. As we gaze upon this scene, we are transported to a world where every step is carefully executed - from chopping up the rags to soaking them, placing them on a sieve, pressing them, and finally drying them. Intriguingly captured within this snapshot is an apprentice boy who stands beside the master paper maker. This young individual represents not only the future generation but also emphasizes how skills were passed down through generations during those times. As we contemplate this artwork, it serves as a reminder of our human ingenuity throughout history and our ability to transform raw materials into something beautiful and useful. It invites us to appreciate both the craftsmanship involved in such endeavors and our own connection with written language that has been preserved on these very sheets for centuries.
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