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Christophe Plantin
French humanist, publisher and printer (c.1520–1589)
Christophe Plantin was born in May 1520 in Saint-Avertin and died on July 1, 1589.
Born
in May 1520
Died: July 1, 1589
- Birthplace
- Saint-Avertin
- Professions
- type designer, bookbinder, typographer, poet, publisher, printer, visual artist, book printer, bookseller, University printer
- Citizenship
- Spanish Netherlands, France, Southern Netherlands
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Where was Christophe Plantin born?
Christophe Plantin was born in Saint-Avertin.
What was Christophe Plantin’s name at birth?
Christophe Plantin’s recorded birth name is Christophe Plantin.
When did Christophe Plantin die?
Christophe Plantin died on July 1, 1589.