The Invention Of Lithography (1911)

von Alois Senefelder

246 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Invention of Lithography is a book written by Alois Senefelder and originally published in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive account of the invention and development of lithography, a printing technique that uses a flat stone or metal plate to transfer ink onto paper or other materials. Senefelder, who is credited with inventing lithography in the late 18th century, details the process he used to discover the technique and the challenges he faced in perfecting it. He also discusses the various applications of lithography, including its use in printing books, maps, music, and artwork.The book includes illustrations and examples of lithographic prints, as well as detailed descriptions of the tools and materials needed to create them. Senefelder also shares his insights into the artistic and commercial potential of lithography, and the impact it had on the printing industry.Overall, The Invention of Lithography is a valuable historical document that provides a fascinating look at the origins and evolution of one of the most important printing techniques of the modern era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Handarbeit, Dekoration und Kunsthandwerk Kalligrafie und Handschrift
• ISBN: 9781120891174
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.01.2010
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC