Initial B c. 16th century

Editor: So, this is "Initial B," an anonymous piece from, well, no one really knows when! It's giving me serious medieval manuscript vibes. I'm curious, what story does this initial tell you? Curator: Ah, the humble initial, elevated to art! It whispers of monks hunched over manuscripts, each stroke a prayer, each flourish a tiny rebellion against the rigid text. Do you see the little faces peering out from the foliage? Editor: Kind of creepy faces, actually. Curator: Exactly! Maybe they're mischievous spirits, hinting that even in the most sacred texts, a little bit of chaos and personality can creep in. Or maybe they’re just some artist having a bit of fun. What a delightful thought! Editor: I never thought about illuminated letters having so much personality! Curator: See? Even the smallest details can hold entire worlds.