Lettergieterij van Johannes Enschedé te Haarlem

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verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228

Art Historical Context

Created in 1788 by Dutch artist Cornelis van Noorde, this delicate etching offers a fascinating glimpse into the Lettergieterij van Johannes Enschedé, one of Haarlem’s most important type foundries. Van Noorde, known for his precise topographical views of Dutch cities, captures the bustling interior where skilled workers cast metal type for printing presses. The horizontal format emphasizes the workshop’s organized activity, from the furnaces to the composing tables, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship behind the printed word. Johannes Enschedé’s foundry played a vital role in eighteenth-...

About the Artist

Cornelis van Noorde · 1731–1795

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