Of the Just Shaping of Letters by Albrecht Dürer
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"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.)
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| Author | Dürer, Albrecht, 1471-1528 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Nichol, R. T. |
| Title | Of the Just Shaping of Letters |
| Credits |
Produced by Ben Courtney, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Lettering |
| Subject | Alphabets |
| Subject | Roman capitals (Lettering) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37103 |
| Release Date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Last Update | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 940 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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