The Invention of Lithography

Alois Senefelder, J W (Julius Washington) Muller

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Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

History of Art & Design Styles; Prints & printmaking; Inventions & inventors; Painting & art manuals

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Discover the groundbreaking origins of a revolutionary printing technique with ""The Invention of Lithography"" by Alois Senefelder. This seminal work chronicles the invention of lithography, a process that forever changed the landscape of printing and art. Senefelder, the inventor himself, meticulously details the technical processes, challenges, and triumphs encountered in bringing his innovative idea to fruition.

Explore the historical context surrounding this pivotal invention, gaining insights into the early applications and the enduring legacy of lithography. From its initial use to its evolution into a widely adopted art form, this book offers a unique perspective on the birth of a technology that continues to influence artistic and commercial printing today.

This edition has been carefully prepared for print republication, preserving the essence of Senefelder's original account. A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of technology, printmaking, or the creative process behind a truly remarkable invention.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Alois Senefelder, J W (Julius Washington) Muller
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 621g
ISBN: 9781023191425
ISBN 10: 1023191423
Pages: 318
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active