Radziwiłł the Orphan’s Book Journey to Jerusalem: Aspects of Book Art in the Braniewo (1601) and Antwerp (1614) Editions

A comparative analysis of two Latin editions of Mikołaj Krzysztof Radziwiłł the Orphan’s Journey to Jerusalem (1601 and 1614) reveals distinct artistic and typographical differences, offering insights into book production during the Plantin-Moretus era. The study leverages newly published correspondence between the patron, publisher, and agents to explore why this renowned printing house was chosen for publication despite existing Latin, Polish, and German versions. By contrasting local presses with Plantin-Moretus’ advanced techniques, the research sheds light on 17th-century book art, illustrating the interplay between patronage, craftsmanship, and technological innovation in European publishing.

Liškevičienė, J. (2025). Radvilos Našlaitėlio knyga „Kelionė į Jeruzalę“: Branevo (1601) ir Antverpeno (1614) laidos knygos meno aspektu. Knygotyra, 84, 29–63. https://doi.org/10.15388/knygotyra.2025.84.2