Of the Just Shaping of Letters (eBook)

Albrecht Dürer (Autor)

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2022
43 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732776-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Of the Just Shaping of Letters," Albrecht Dürer meticulously explores the principles and aesthetics of typography, melding artistic vision with mathematical precision. Written during the height of the Renaissance, Dürer's work reflects the profound intellectual currents of the time, particularly the interplay between art, science, and humanism. The text delves into the essential elements of letterforms, advocating for a harmonious balance between beauty and function, while demonstrating his argument through elegant illustrations and detailed analysis. It serves not only as a guide for artisans but also as an artistic manifesto rooted in Dürer's faith in rationality and proportion. Albrecht Dürer, a pivotal figure in Northern Renaissance art, was influenced by the classical ideals of ancient Rome and Greece as well as contemporary developments in printmaking. His extensive travels and interactions with Italian artists enriched his understanding of art and design, which culminated in this significant work. Dürer's background as a painter, engraver, and theorist informed his innovative approach to typography, merging artisanal craftsmanship with scholarly inquiry. Readers interested in design, typography, or the interplay between art and science will find "Of the Just Shaping of Letters" an invaluable resource. Dürer's illuminating insights evoke a timeless appreciation for letterform design, making this work essential reading for artists, historians, and anyone captivated by the beauty of written language.

Autor

Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528) was a towering figure in the Northern Renaissance, renowned for his achievements as a painter, printmaker, and theorist of art. Born in Nuremberg, then a free imperial city of the Holy Roman Empire, Dürer's work is pivotal in the transition between the Gothic and Renaissance eras. His contribution to the world of letters is encapsulated in his treatise 'Of the Just Shaping of Letters' (1525), a seminal instructional book for enthusiasts of typography and geometric constructions in lettering. Dürer's work in this text laid the foundation for future typographers and demonstrated the integration of art and mathematics in creating aesthetically pleasing and proportioned typefaces. Though best known for his artistic masterpieces like the 'Apocalypse' series of woodcuts and the 'Melencolia I' engraving, Dürer's literary output, especially in technical manuals and theoretical essays, is a testament to his interdisciplinary genius and enduring influence on the visual arts, which extends to typography and graphic design. His contributions helped establish standards of perspective, proportion, and symmetry in art and design, principles that remain relevant to this day. Dürer was not only a man of his time but also a visionary whose legacy continues to inform contemporary artistic methodology and aesthetics.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Übersetzer: R. T. Nichol
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Erwachsenenbildung
• Schlagworte: Albrecht Dürer works • Alphabets • artistic lettering principles • Artistic mastery exploration • calligraphic art history • calligraphy for beginners • Classical ideals reflection • Classic Literature • classic typographic manual • creative lettering design • Decorative arts • detailed writing instructions • Didactic instruction • Dürer artistic influence • Empirical studies influence • German Renaissance books • graphic design history • historical art treatise • historical calligraphy insights • Humanist intellectualism • Latin alphabet design • letter formation guide • Lettering • lettering and calligraphy classics • lettering balance proportion • Mathematical precision • Renaissance art theory • Renaissance calligraphy techniques • Renaissance literature • roman capitals • typography in literature • Typography treatise • Visual arts in literature • Visual clarity principles