A tactile voyage through the annals of printing: the Musée de l’Imprimerie in

Located in the heart of Lyon, France, the Musée de l’Imprimerie offers a tangible exploration of the printing and graphic arts industries. Originally a hotel, it now houses a fascinating collection, dating back to the inception of printing. As you venture through the museum, you’ll unearth the historical evolution of the book and delve into the intricate beginnings of printing in Lyon, from Martin Husz, Josse Bade, and Sébastien Gryphe’s work to more modern inventions, such as the Higonnet and Moyroud Lumitype-Photon phototypesetter and the BBR system of computer typesetting. Your tour will illuminate the progress of the printing industry, from the fifteenth century to the present day.

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