Jan Robert Port
1843–1904 (age 61)
Biography
Jan Robert Port, born in 1843, dedicated his life to the craft of printing, ensuring that knowledge and culture remained accessible in Plzeň through beautifully produced books and pamphlets. His meticulous attention to detail and respect for the written word made his workshop a haven for authors, scholars, and readers alike.
Port’s legacy lives on in the works he helped bring into the world, and his contribution to the intellectual life of the city is fondly remembered by those who still visit his grave in the Plzeň Central Cemetery.