The Last Will and Testament of the Late Nicolas Jenson - Digitized Historical Document

Sep 21, 2026

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This document provides a historical record of The Last Will and Testament of the late Nicolas Jenson, a significant figure in the history of typography and printing. As a digitized archival file from the University of British Columbia Library, the content serves as a primary source for researchers interested in 15th-century legal documentation and the personal affairs of early printing masters. The text includes specific cataloging information from the UBC library, confirming its status as a preserved historical archive. This document is essential for those studying the intersection of legal history, archival preservation, and the biographical legacy of renowned individuals from the Renaissance printing era, offering insight into their final wishes and estate management practices. The inclusion of metadata regarding its 2010 digitization project highlights its accessibility for modern academic study and serves to honor the original craftsmanship associated with Jenson.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages32

Reading Time1 h 21 min

AccessFree to download

Digitization Context

Library Records and Cataloging

The Last Will and Testament of Nicolas Jenson

FAQs

Who was Nicolas Jenson?

Nicolas Jenson was a celebrated 15th-century printer and typographer known for his significant contributions to the development of early typefaces.

What is the origin of this document?

This document is a digitized copy of the last will and testament of Nicolas Jenson, preserved by the University of British Columbia Library.

When was this document digitized?

The document was digitized by the Internet Archive in 2010 with funding provided by the University of British Columbia Library.

Sep 21, 2026

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