Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving)

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Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving)

DUV4205690 Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving); 21x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letters V W X Z; V Vannier; W Watchman (sentinel); X Xyloglyph; Z Zinger. Engraving in " Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire". Mainz, Joseph Scholz, printer-publisher, 1866. Work with an abecedary illustrates metiers and a reading method. 24 pages. Dim: 21x17cm. Private Collection); Photo © Duvallon

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Atelier Basketry Forge Goalkeeper Office Printing Street Trade Typographic Character Alphabet Letter Duvallon Metier

EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1866, part of the "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", showcases the letters V, W, X, and Z in a unique and educational way. Each letter is represented by a different profession or object: V for Vannier (basket maker), W for Watchman (sentinel), X for Xyloglyph (engraver), and Z for Zinger (worker with an instrument). The intricate details of each illustration provide a glimpse into the diverse trades and crafts of 19th-century France. From the bustling streets to the quiet workshop, every scene tells a story of labor and skill. Printed by Joseph Scholz in Mainz, this work not only serves as an alphabet primer but also as a window into the world of printing, forging, basketry, and more. The combination of visual artistry and practical knowledge makes this piece both informative and visually striking. As you study each image closely, you can almost hear the sounds of clinking tools in the forge or see the careful precision required in typographic character design. This engraving truly encapsulates the essence of learning through observation and exploration.

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