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Sections of a remarkable reference book containing plates that accompanied Diderot's "Encyclopedia," a landmark work of the Enlightenment that depicted the tools and methods of artisans and tradespeople in a methodical and thorough way.
The entire encyclopedia was published between 1751 and 1772, and comprised 17 volumes of text and 11 volumes of plates. The marvelous detailed plates show how everything in the period was made. It had a huge impact on its own time, and is highly valued by present-day historians as a record of the techniques and vocations of the pre-Industrial world. It is also a great resource for collectors, artists and craftspeople.
Condition: Prints generally very good with the usual light toning, wear, soiling, soft creases. Some edges lightly bumped, chipped or worn. Covers in similar condition, sometimes generally showing a little more wear than prints inside.
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Browse Diderot Prints Links by Industry, Trades, Profession, and Craftspeople |
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• Brick Maker |
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• Cabinet Maker & Marquetry |
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• Fan Maker |
• Fishing |
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• Goldsmith |
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• Marble Cutter |
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• Porcelain Maker |
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• Sheet Glass Maker |
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• Tanner |