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Title: Of the Just Shaping of Letters

Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Of the Just Shaping of Letters" by Albrecht Dürer is a scientific publication written in the early 16th century. The book serves as a practical guide on the geometric principles behind the construction and design of letters, focusing particularly on the Latin alphabet and its applications in various artistic fields. Dürer, a renowned artist and theorist of the Northern Renaissance, emphasizes the importance of mathematics in artistic creation, advocating for a disciplined approach to the craft of writing and lettering. In this work, Dürer outlines detailed instructions for drawing each letter of the alphabet through a combination of geometric shapes and measurements. Each letter is encapsulated within a square, with specific ratios and proportions provided for achieving aesthetically pleasing results. Dürer's methodical approach includes visual illustrations demonstrating the step-by-step process for creating each letter, from "A" to "Z." The book not only instructs artists and artisans but also promotes a broader understanding of the relationship between geometry and the visual arts, thereby enriching the practice of letter-making in the context of the fine arts and craftsmanship of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Dürer, Albrecht, 1471-1528

Translator: Nichol, R. T.

EBook No.: 37103

Published: Aug 16, 2011

Downloads: 503

Language: English

Subject: Lettering

Subject: Alphabets

Subject: Roman capitals (Lettering)

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:37103:2 2011-08-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Nichol, R. T. Dürer, Albrecht en 1
2024-11-08T19:38:25Z Of the Just Shaping of Letters

This edition has images.

Title: Of the Just Shaping of Letters

Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Ben Courtney, Jana Srna and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Of the Just Shaping of Letters" by Albrecht Dürer is a scientific publication written in the early 16th century. The book serves as a practical guide on the geometric principles behind the construction and design of letters, focusing particularly on the Latin alphabet and its applications in various artistic fields. Dürer, a renowned artist and theorist of the Northern Renaissance, emphasizes the importance of mathematics in artistic creation, advocating for a disciplined approach to the craft of writing and lettering. In this work, Dürer outlines detailed instructions for drawing each letter of the alphabet through a combination of geometric shapes and measurements. Each letter is encapsulated within a square, with specific ratios and proportions provided for achieving aesthetically pleasing results. Dürer's methodical approach includes visual illustrations demonstrating the step-by-step process for creating each letter, from "A" to "Z." The book not only instructs artists and artisans but also promotes a broader understanding of the relationship between geometry and the visual arts, thereby enriching the practice of letter-making in the context of the fine arts and craftsmanship of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Dürer, Albrecht, 1471-1528

Translator: Nichol, R. T.

EBook No.: 37103

Published: Aug 16, 2011

Downloads: 503

Language: English

Subject: Lettering

Subject: Alphabets

Subject: Roman capitals (Lettering)

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:37103:3 2011-08-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Nichol, R. T. Dürer, Albrecht en 1