Interieur van de voormalige drukkerij van Johannes Gutenberg te Mainz before 1872

This black and white photograph by B. Erdmann, titled “Interieur van de voormalige drukkerij van Johannes Gutenberg te Mainz,” depicts the interior of the former printing shop of Johannes Gutenberg in Mainz, Germany. Taken before 1872, the image shows the dilapidated state of the building, with cracked walls, a brick archway, and a debris-strewn floor. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the historical significance of the space where Gutenberg, the inventor of the printing press, once worked. The photograph is a testament to the enduring legacy of Johannes Gutenberg and his revolutionary invention.