Interieur van de lithografische drukkerij van Joseph-Rosé Lemercier 1835 - 1849
charlesvillemin
lithograph, print, etching
print photography
photo of handprinted image
aged paper
light pencil work
photo restoration
lithograph
ink paper printed
etching
light coloured
white palette
archive photography
watercolor
"Interieur de l'Imprimerie lithographique de Lemercier" (Interior of the Lithographic Printing House of Lemercier) is a lithograph by Charles Villemin dating from 1835-1849. Depicting the bustling interior of the lithographic printing house owned by Joseph-Rosé Lemercier, the artwork offers a fascinating glimpse into the 19th-century printing industry. The detailed illustration showcases the meticulous process of lithography, with numerous individuals engaged in various tasks, from drawing to printing. The work provides a visual record of the industrialization of printing and its impact on the production of images and texts. The use of a single, monochrome tone further enhances the sense of realism and historical accuracy.
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