Titelpagina voor: Marten Douwes Teenstra, Hans Hannekemaaijer's bijzondere lotgevallen en ontmoetingen op zijne reis naar en door Holland, s.a. c. 1827 - 1875

This is Sybolt Berghuis’ title page for Marten Douwes Teenstra’s "Hans Hannekemaaijer's bijzondere lotgevallen en ontmoetingen op zijne reis naar en door Holland". The page presents a study in contrasting fonts. Berghuis uses size and weight to create a visual hierarchy, guiding the reader's eye from the elongated, bold title to the smaller, simpler imprint. The letterforms themselves become structural elements, their varying textures and shapes creating a dynamic composition within the limited space. Notice how the embellishments and serifs act as miniature architectural details. This echoes the story's theme of travel and discovery, suggesting a journey not just through the land but also through the details of textual design. The page is a microcosm of the broader cultural landscape, where typography becomes a signifier of knowledge. The text invites us to decode the visual language of the printed word.