About Anton Janson
Lived 1620 – 1687 (aged 67). Anton Janson was a Dutch graphic designer and type founder.
Anton Janson (January 17, 1620 in Wanden/Wauden? in Friesland – November 18, 1687 in Leipzig) was a Dutch type founder and printer.
The typeface Janson is named after him, although it can also be attributed to Hungarian punch-cutter and printer Miklós (Nicholas) Kis (1650–1702).
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Who was Anton Janson?
Dutch typographer (1620-1687)
When was Anton Janson born?
Anton Janson was born on 17 January 1620.
When did Anton Janson die?
Anton Janson died on 18 November 1687 in Leipzig.
What was Anton Janson's occupation?
Anton Janson was a graphic designer and type founder.
What nationality was Anton Janson?
Anton Janson was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anton Janson. https://biography.guide/anton-janson/
MLA: "Anton Janson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/anton-janson/.
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