A vintage illustration of a 15th-century Italian alphabet, featuring ornate gothic-style letters in both uppercase and lowercase.
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The image is a vintage illustration of an alphabet, specifically a 'XV Siècle Italien' (15th Century Italian) alphabet, labeled as 'Alphabet Lapidaire de Caron'. It features both uppercase and lowercase letters arranged in a grid-like format. The letters are rendered in a highly ornate, gothic-style font with thick, angular strokes and decorative serifs. The uppercase letters are larger and more elaborate, while the lowercase letters are smaller but maintain the same stylistic characteristics. The font appears to be inspired by stone carvings or architectural details, hence the term 'lapidaire' (stone-related). The letters are black against a white background, creating a strong contrast. The overall aesthetic is reminiscent of historical typography and calligraphy. There are labels at the top and bottom of the image, indicating the origin and style of the alphabet. The image has a slightly aged appearance, with some discoloration and texture, suggesting it is a scan of an old print or book page.


License: CC0
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