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Gutenberg Collection

Johannes Gutenberg, a German goldsmith and printer, revolutionized the world of printing in the 1450s with his invention of the Gutenberg printing press

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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenbergs printing press, 1450s
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenbergs printing press
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenbergs press, with books
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg Bible page
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gutenberg, German goldsmith and printer
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Gutenberg Collection: LETTER OF INDULGENCE, 1455. A letter of Indulgence (Ablass-brief) printed in 1455
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg, Johannes Gensfleich (C. 1400-1468)
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Gutenberg Collection: Portrait of Gutenberg (1400 - 1468)
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Gutenberg Collection: DDE-90032849
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Gutenberg Collection: Statue of Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468), scholar, German printer
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Gutenberg Collection: Page of the Bible, 1455-1456 (print)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg Bible in Latin (vulgate), 42 lines. 1455. (idem COS01299)
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Gutenberg Collection: London Society of Print Compositors, membership certificate, c. 1880 (colour litho)
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Gutenberg Collection: Portrait de Johannes Gensfleisch dit Gutenberg (1394 / 99-1468)
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gensfleisch Gutenberg (1400-1468), inventor of the printing press (1438)
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gutenberg - inventor of the printing press (chromolitho)
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Gutenberg Collection: Invention of Printing (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg 1400-1468 (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Mainz, Germany on the River Rhine
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Gutenberg Collection: Statue of Gutenberg, at Mayence (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Press by Johannes Gensfleisch Gutenberg (1400-1468)
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gensfleisch Gutenberg (1400-1468) inventing the printing press The German
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Gutenberg Collection: Autograph certificate of clavist (printing operator) issued by the Society of Clavists of
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Gutenberg Collection: Portrait of Johannes Gensfleisch dit Gutenberg (1394 / 99-1468), German printer
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Gutenberg Collection: Part of a column of Gutenbergs bible (colour litho)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg and Faust (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg prints the first page of the Bible
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg expelled from Strasbourg
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468), German printer, printing the first sheet of the Bible
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Gutenberg Collection: Benefactors of Mankind (colour litho)
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Gutenberg Collection: History of printing: first test of the Bible printed by the press of Johannes Gensfleisch
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Gutenberg Collection: Portrait of Gutenberg - in 'Portrait of useful men', 1836
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Gutenberg Collection: Statue of Gutenberg in Mainz
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Gutenberg Collection: The First Proof (engraving)
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Gutenberg Collection: Prologue folio with gold and green letter F, and border of leaves, flowers
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468), German printer
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Gutenberg Collection: Portrait of Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468)
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Gutenberg Collection: Gutenberg Monument, Strasbourg. Postcard sent in 1913
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Gutenberg Collection: Johann Gutenberg, German printer and goldsmith, 15th century - Johannes Gensfleisch dit
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Gutenberg Collection: The latin Bible by Gutenberg with 42 lines - 1455
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Gutenberg Collection: Johannes Gensfleisch Gutenberg (1400-1468). circa 1440. 19th century chromolithography
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Gutenberg Collection: The Benefactors of Mankind, plate depicting Great Inventions
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Gutenberg Collection: Antique illustration of book production, printing press, typography
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Gutenberg Collection: book production, printing press, typography


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Johannes Gutenberg, a German goldsmith and printer, revolutionized the world of printing in the 1450s with his invention of the Gutenberg printing press. This groundbreaking device allowed for mass production of books, marking a significant turning point in human history. The press itself was an impressive sight, with its intricate design and mechanical components that enabled the rapid reproduction of texts. One notable creation from Gutenberg's press is the famous Gutenberg Bible, printed between 1455-1456. Each page of this masterpiece showcases meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. It stands as a testament to Gutenberg's dedication to spreading knowledge through his innovative technology. Gutenberg's impact extended beyond just religious texts like the Bible; he also printed various other works, including indulgence letters such as one from 1455. These documents granted individuals forgiveness for their sins or reduced time in purgatory when purchased from the church. Today, we can still admire Johannes Gutenberg's legacy through statues erected in his honor around the world. One such bronze sculpture by David d'Angers captures his scholarly appearance and serves as a reminder of his contributions to typographic printing. The significance of Gutenbergs' printing press cannot be overstated; it paved the way for widespread literacy and access to information that shaped our modern society. As we marvel at ancient pages preserved over centuries or witness beautifully bound books produced by contemporary printers using advanced techniques inspired by Gutenberg himself, let us appreciate how this visionary goldsmith forever changed our relationship with written words.