Portretten van J. Gutenberg, J. Fust, L.J. Coster, A. Manutius en J. Froben 1719

This 1719 engraving by Dutch artist Jacob Houbraken portrays five prominent figures in the history of printing. The work, titled "Portretten van J. Gutenberg, J. Fust, L.J. Coster, A. Manutius en J. Froben," features Johannes Gutenberg, Johannes Fust, Laurentius Coster, Aldus Manutius, and Johannes Froben. Houbraken's skillful use of etching creates detailed likenesses of these influential individuals, highlighting their roles in the development of printing and its impact on the dissemination of knowledge. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a valuable glimpse into the cultural significance of printing during the 18th century.