Gutenberg-Album 1872

This is the title page from the Gutenberg-Album of 1868, a photographic work by B. Erdmann. Its design emphasizes the structure and order inherent in the dissemination of knowledge. The layout is divided into two main sections, each mirroring the other with slight variations in language and location. The duplicated title and author information create a sense of balance, while the use of different typefaces signals a hierarchy of information. Erdmann’s name, rendered in a delicate script, contrasts with the bold, block letters of "Gutenberg-Album," pointing to the individual's role within a larger historical context. This structured presentation can be seen as a reflection of the era’s fascination with classification and systematization. The album's design not only showcases its contents but also embodies the 19th-century's project of organizing and presenting information in a clear, rational manner, inviting us to consider how knowledge is constructed and disseminated through visual means.