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The Gutenberg Bible page with illuminated letter 1898
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The Gutenberg Bible page with illuminated letter 1898
Beginning of the 42-line Bibel - Prologue of the holy Hieronymus or Jerome printed in the 1450s by Johannes Gutenberg.
The Prologus Galaetus or Galeatum principium is a preface by Jerome, dated 391-392, to his translation of the Liber Regum ( the book of Kings composed of four parts: the first and second books of Samuel the first and second books of Kings )
The Gutenberg Bible (also known as the 42-line Bible, the Mazarin Bible or the B42) was the earliest major book printed using mass-produced movable metal type in Europe. It marked the start of the " Gutenberg Revolution" and the age of printed books in the West.
Original edition from my own archives
Source : Brockhaus 1898
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This print showcases a page from the renowned Gutenberg Bible, adorned with an exquisite illuminated letter. Printed in the 1450s by Johannes Gutenberg, this particular page features the Prologue of the holy Hieronymus or Jerome, a preface dated back to 391-392. It serves as an introduction to Jerome's translation of the Liber Regum, which encompasses four parts: the first and second books of Samuel and Kings. The Gutenberg Bible, also known as the 42-line Bible or B42, holds immense historical significance as it was one of Europe's earliest major books printed using mass-produced movable metal type. This groundbreaking achievement marked the beginning of what is now famously referred to as the "Gutenberg Revolution" and ushered in a new era for printed books in Western society. Displayed here is an original edition from a private archive dating back to 1898. The meticulous craftsmanship evident in every detail of this illuminated letter exemplifies both Gutenberg's mastery and his revolutionary impact on printing technology. As we admire this remarkable piece of history captured by Grafiss imo for Fine Art Storehouse, let us appreciate its role in shaping our modern world through widespread access to knowledge and literature.
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