Fine Art Print : Workshop. Handcrafting the paperboard. Encyclopedie by D
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Workshop. Handcrafting the paperboard. Encyclopedie by D
Workshop dedicated to handcrafting the paperboard. Pulping and pressing. 18th Century. Encyclopedie. Edited by Denis Diderot (1713-1784) and Jean Le Rond d Alembert (1717-1783). Engraving
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Crafts Cultural Dictionary Enlightenment Intellectual Labor Laborer Manufacture Manufacturing Method Movement Office Philosopher Reason Rond Sciences Scientific Worker Workman Workshop Handcraft Paperboard Papier Mache Systematic
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases an 18th-century workshop dedicated to the artisanal production of paperboard. Witness the intricate process of pulping and pressing, as depicted in this engraving from the Encyclopedie by Diderot and d'Alembert. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring the rich history and authenticity of this bygone era into your home or office. Experience the beauty and depth of these masterfully preserved works of art, now available exclusively through Media Storehouse.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.2cm (23.4" x 15.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Handcrafting Paperboard: A 18th Century Workshop from the Encyclopedie" This evocative engraving captures the essence of a 18th century workshop dedicated to the artisanal production of paperboard. The image, taken from the renowned Encyclopedie, edited by Denis Diderot and Jean Le Rond d'Alembert, offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural milieu of the Age of Enlightenment in Europe, specifically in France. The scene unfolds in a well-lit, orderly space, where a laborer stands at the heart of the workshop, meticulously handcrafting paperboard using traditional pulping and pressing methods. The laborer, dressed in simple workman's attire, expertly manipulates the raw materials, transforming them into sheets of paperboard through a systematic and methodical process. Surrounding the worker, various tools and machinery are arranged in a manner that speaks to the interconnectedness of the scientific, artistic, and industrial movements of the time. An animal-drawn cart, filled with bundles of straw and other raw materials, sits nearby, emphasizing the connection between agriculture and the paper industry. In the background, a philosopher, dressed in scholarly attire, observes the process with keen interest. The presence of the philosopher underscores the encyclopedists' commitment to documenting and disseminating knowledge, as well as their belief in the power of reason and the importance of intellectual inquiry. The engraving, published in the Encyclopedie, is a testament to the era's emphasis on the systematic organization of knowledge and the pursuit of modern methods in both the sciences and the arts. The image invites us to reflect on the historical significance of the workshop as a site of labor, innovation, and the exchange of ideas during the Age of Enlightenment.
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