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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, color woodcut by Jost Amman, 1568
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1568 Amman Apprentice Assistant Calligraphy Child Child Labor Craftsman Germany Hans Jost Maker Manufacture Meistersang Mill Papermaking Poetry Responsibility Sachs Skill Typeface Working Class Workshop
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In this print from 1568, we are transported back in time to witness the artistry and craftsmanship of a paper maker. The scene unfolds in a water-driven mill, where the skilled artisan is diligently transforming rags into smooth white sheets of paper. This intricate process involves chopping up the rags, soaking them, placing them on a sieve, pressing them, and finally drying them. The woodcut by Jost Amman beautifully captures the essence of this Renaissance-era trade. We see an apprentice or assistant boy standing beside the master paper maker as they work together in harmony. The young child's presence reminds us of the prevalence of child labor during that era. Hans Sachs' poem accompanies this visual masterpiece, adding depth and meaning to our understanding of this ancient craft. It speaks to the responsibility and skill required for such meticulous workmanship. This illustration not only showcases German craftsmanship but also highlights the importance placed on calligraphy and typeface during that period. It serves as a testament to both artistic expression and practicality. As we gaze upon this image from centuries past, we are reminded of the dedication and expertise required by those working class individuals who labored tirelessly behind closed doors to create something so essential yet often taken for granted - paper.
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