A black and white woodcut illustration of a dragon biting its tail, surrounded by stars, above a block of Latin text.
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This is a black and white woodcut illustration from an old book. The central image is a fantastical dragon, coiled in a circular shape, biting its own tail. The dragon has a bird-like head with a beak, and its body is covered in detailed scales. Small stars are scattered around the dragon, adding to the celestial theme. The dragon is positioned above a block of dense, old-style text in Latin. To the left of the text is an ornate initial letter 'I' with intricate designs. The illustration has a slightly rough, hand-carved quality, typical of woodcuts from the period. The paper appears aged and slightly discolored, with visible texture. The text is arranged in neat, justified columns, and the overall impression is one of a medieval or Renaissance manuscript.


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