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the image is a woodcut from a 15thcentury german calendar and almanac. it features a decorative border with ornate illustrations of stylized plants and a vase. the text in the center of the image describes the contents of the book and the publishers: "bernhart maler von augspurg" (bernhard maler from augsburg) and "erbart ratdolt". the calendar was a popular form of publication in medieval europe, providing information on religious holidays, astrological predictions, and medical advice. the woodcut is a beautiful example of the artistry and craftsmanship of early printing.

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Created at: 2024-09-17T07:50:29.846Z

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What is in the image: the image is a woodcut from a 15thcentury german calendar and almanac. it features a decorative border with ornate illustrations of stylized plants and a vase. the text in the center of the image describes the contents of the book and the publishers: "bernhart maler von augspurg" (bernhard maler from augsburg) and "erbart ratdolt". the calendar was a popular form of publication in medieval europe, providing information on religious holidays, astrological predictions, and medical advice. the woodcut is a beautiful example of the artistry and craftsmanship of early printing.

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WDTagged Tags: no humans, english text, text focus, still life, simple background, plant