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Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Bookbinder (Series)
Le relieur - BOOKBINDER - with his press and other tools of his trade
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 598833
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10132381
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the enchanting world of a 1900s French bookbinder, or 'relieur,' as he meticulously crafts and preserves the literary treasures of yesteryears. This evocative photograph, captured by an unidentified photographer from the Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when books were not merely objects of mass consumption but works of art in their own right. The relieur, dressed in a simple yet functional smock, is seen intently focusing on his antique press, his brow furrowed in concentration as he expertly manipulates the leather-bound book between the wooden plates. The press, a testament to the industrial revolution, is a marvel in itself, its intricate mechanism a ballet of precision and power. Surrounding the workstation are a myriad of tools of the trade, each with a unique purpose. The mallet, brushes, rulers, and various knives are all essential components in the art of bookbinding. The wooden mallet, with its worn-out surface, bears the marks of countless hours spent shaping and molding leather covers. The brushes, with their bristles worn thin from years of use, are employed to apply the intricate designs and patterns that adorn the spines of these precious tomes. The relieur's workspace is a symphony of history and tradition, a testament to the enduring allure of the written word. The dusty, dimly lit room, filled with the aroma of leather and ink, is a sanctuary for those who appreciate the tactile experience of holding a beautifully bound book. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history of the bookbinding industry and the artisans who dedicated their lives to preserving the literary heritage for future generations.
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