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CLOCKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman
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CLOCKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman
CLOCKMAKER, 1568.
Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman
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1568 Amman Calligraphy Cape Clock Counter Craftsman Customer Forge Germany Hammer Hammering Jost Kiln Maker Making Manufacture Metalworker Shop Skill Time Typeface Vendor Window Workshop Clockmaker
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This woodcut print, titled "CLOCKMAKER, 1568" transports us back to the mid-Renaissance era in Germany. Created by the talented artist Jost Amman in the same year it depicts, this artwork showcases the intricate craftsmanship and skill of a clockmaker at work. In this bustling workshop, we see a bearded German clockmaker engrossed in his craft. With his hat on and cape draped over his shoulders, he meticulously hammers away at a piece of metal with great precision. The room is filled with tools of the trade - from clocks and counterweights to calligraphy pens and typefaces - showcasing the diverse skills required for such an occupation. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched into the woodcut adds depth and texture to each element within the composition. Through a window behind him, we catch glimpses of passersby who may be potential customers or simply intrigued observers. Amidst all this activity lies a sense of timelessness as well as innovation. The clockmaker's expertise combines traditional techniques with emerging technologies like kilns and forges that were revolutionizing manufacturing processes during that period. This stunning print serves as both an homage to skilled artisans like Jost Amman himself and an invitation for viewers to appreciate their dedication to their crafts throughout history.
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