Letter I c. 16th century

Editor: Here we have an anonymous block print simply called "Letter I." Its stark black and white contrast gives it a real graphic punch, but it also feels delicate with all the floral embellishments. What do you make of it? Curator: It’s like a secret garden hiding within a letter! Imagine rows of illuminated manuscripts, each initial bursting with life. The anonymous artist invites us to pause, to savor the small details, doesn't it? Think of the patience required to carve this. What does it whisper to you? Editor: It whispers of craft, of dedication, and of the beauty that can be found in the everyday. I never thought an initial could be so captivating. Curator: Precisely! It's a reminder that even the most functional elements can be transformed into something truly special with a little imagination.