Geofroy Tory
Painter and engraver; first royal printer; reformer of orthography and typography under François IBy Auguste Bernard
Length12h 9m
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Auguste Bernard'Äôs "Geofroy Tory" offers a meticulously detailed exploration of the life and contributions of the Renaissance humanist and typographer, Geofroy Tory. Written in an eloquent yet accessible literary style, the book threads together biographical narrative and art historical critique, drawing on primary sources and contemporary scholarship. Bernard situates Tory within the broader context of 16th-century France, examining the intersections of art, printing, and linguistic theory, thereby illuminating Tory's profound influence on French typography and the visual arts. Auguste Bernard, a distinguished scholar in the field of art history, has devoted his career to the study of typography and the interplay between text and image. His academic background, which includes extensive research into Renaissance literature and design, has endowed him with a unique perspective on Tory'Äôs significance. Bernard's deep respect for the transformative power of language and design propels his writing, reflecting his conviction that Tory's innovations set the stage for modern graphic design. This insightful work is an essential read for scholars, students, and anyone with an interest in typography, book history, or the Renaissance. Bernard's rich narrative not only celebrates Tory's legacy but also invites readers to appreciate the intricate relationship between letters and visual culture. "Geofroy Tory" is a vital contribution to the understanding of a pivotal figure in the evolution of Western art and communication.
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Length12 hrs 9 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PRINTERS' PREFACE.
14APPENDICES. I
2AUTHOR'S PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.
15II
3GEOFROY TORY
16III
4PART II. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
17IV
5SECTION I. WORKS WRITTEN OR ANNOTATED BY TORY.
18V
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6SECTION II. BOOKS OF HOURS PUBLISHED BY TORY FOR HIMSELF.: HOURS OF THE VIRGIN.
19VI
7SECTION III. WORKS PUBLISHED BY TORY FOR FRANÇOIS I.
20VII
8SECTION IV. WORKS PRINTED BY TORY FOR PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS.
21VIII
9PART III. ICONOGRAPHY.
22IX
10SECTION I. MANUSCRIPTS DECORATED WITH MINIATURES BY TORY.
23X
11SECTION II. PRINTED BOOKS ILLUSTRATED WITH ENGRAVINGS BY TORY OR HIS PUPILS.: ENGRAVINGS OF UNCERTAIN DATE. (pt. 1)
24A LIST OF THE REPRODUCTIONS IN THIS VOLUME OF DESIGNS ATTRIBUTED TO TORY BY M. BERNARD.
12SECTION II. PRINTED BOOKS ILLUSTRATED WITH ENGRAVINGS BY TORY OR HIS PUPILS.: ENGRAVINGS OF UNCERTAIN DATE. (pt. 2)
25TABLE OF CONTENTS.: FOOTNOTES:
13SECTION III. MARKS OF BOOKSELLERS AND PRINTERS SIGNED WITH THE LORRAINE CROSS.
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