Émile Poëncin
1889–1967 (age 78)
Biography
Émile Poëncin was a French bookbinder whose craftsmanship exemplified the traditional artisanal skills valued in early 20th-century France. His work in binding books represented a dedication to preserving and enhancing literary works through expert craftsmanship.
Poëncin's profession as a bookbinder connected him to the world of literature and learning. His meticulous work contributed to the preservation of knowledge and culture, and he was honored with interment at the Crématorium-columbarium du Père-Lachaise in Paris.