Printing & Information Machines
Gutenberg-style printing press
The press associated with Johannes Gutenberg combined movable metal type with a screw-operated impression mechanism. Its system of type preparation, inking and pressing supported the expansion of European book production.
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The press associated with Johannes Gutenberg combined movable metal type with a screw-operated impression mechanism. Its system of type preparation, inking and pressing supported the expansion of European book production.
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Image: Gutenberg_press.png
Creator: International Printing Museum
License: CC0
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