Border with Agrippa and Agrippina and Printer's Mark of Eucharius Cervicornus c. 16th century

Editor: This is "Border with Agrippa and Agrippina and Printer's Mark of Eucharius Cervicornus," made by an anonymous artist. It's quite ornate. What jumps out at you when you look at it? Curator: It’s a fascinating example of how early printed books were framed within classical narratives. Notice Agrippa and Agrippina. How do they function within the historical context of printing and knowledge dissemination? Editor: I see them, but I'm not sure how they connect to printing. Curator: Well, consider that Agrippa and Agrippina were figures of power and influence. What does their presence here suggest about the printer's aspirations or intended audience? Editor: Maybe they wanted to legitimize the text by associating it with authority? Curator: Exactly! It speaks volumes about the social and political role of printed materials in shaping cultural perceptions and power structures. Editor: That makes me look at the image in a whole new way. Thanks!