Letter A c. 16th century

Editor: We're looking at "Letter A," an undated artwork by an anonymous artist, housed at the Harvard Art Museums. The bold linework and floral decorations give it a rather medieval feel, don't you think? What's your take? Curator: It whispers of illuminated manuscripts, doesn't it? Imagine a monk painstakingly carving this tiny block. What stories did this initial introduce? Was it adventure, romance, or perhaps a stern moral lesson? These little things are portals to entire worlds. Editor: That's fascinating! I hadn't considered the storytelling aspect. Curator: Exactly! It's not just a letter; it's an invitation. Perhaps it invites us to craft our own story, to fill the 'A' with our own adventures. What do you think your 'A' story would be? Editor: I never thought an 'A' could hold so much meaning. Curator: Art thrives on possibilities.