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Monk transcribing a book
Book transcription. Coloured historical woodcut of a mediaeval monk transcribing a book. Before the invention of the printing press, in the 15th century, books had to be made by hand. This made them costly to produce, and they were confined to universities and monasteries. Many monks spent their entire lives producing and illuminating (decorating) books
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Book Copying History Of Technology Illuminating Mediaeval Medieval Monastery Monk Publishing Religion Religious Transcribing Wood Cut Working
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This print from Science Photo Library takes us back in time to the 15th century, where we witness a male monk diligently transcribing a book. In this coloured historical woodcut, we are reminded of the laborious process that went into creating books before the invention of the printing press. Before mass production became possible, books had to be meticulously crafted by hand. This made them not only precious but also limited in availability, mainly found within universities and monasteries. The dedication of many monks was devoted entirely to producing and illuminating these treasured manuscripts. The illustration beautifully captures the essence of medieval times, showcasing a monk engrossed in his work as he copies text onto parchment pages. His meticulous attention to detail is evident as he carefully decorates each page with intricate designs known as illuminations. Through this image, we gain insight into an era when religious institutions played a vital role in preserving knowledge and history through their painstaking efforts. It serves as a reminder of how far our society has come since then with advancements in technology revolutionizing the way information is disseminated. Science Photo Library provides us with glimpses into various aspects of human history through their remarkable collection of art prints like this one – capturing moments that shaped our past and continue to inspire us today.
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