Bernhard Jobin

Bernhard Jobin was a producer and artist documented as active in 1598. Their known artistic output centers on the creation and publication of books, with records documenting fifteen distinct works or editions associated with the name. Given the nature of their surviving materials, Jobin’s contributions are primarily related to the graphic arts, likely involving engraved plates or woodcuts for reproduction.

Jobin is notable for the creation of Neu künstlich Modelbuch (New Artistic Pattern Book). This work, dedicated to pattern and design, is represented by multiple elements preserved in institutional collections, including the Dedication page (page 2r and 2v) and instructional pages (page 10r and 11r). The focus on pattern books strongly suggests an involvement in applied design or textile arts, producing works intended as models for embroidery or lace production.

The historical significance of Bernhard Jobin prints and publications is attested by their preservation in major institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Due to the age of the original artifacts, much of Jobin’s production is now in the public domain, making high-quality prints and reproductions available for study and enjoyment. The archival maintenance of these historical resources allows modern audiences to appreciate the museum-quality standards of late 16th-century printmaking.