Illustration LXXXVII c. 16th century

Editor: This is Illustration LXXXVII, made by an anonymous artist. I see a group of people working together, maybe farming? How do you interpret the symbols at play here? Curator: It’s fascinating how scenes of labor, like this one, become symbols of community and shared identity over time. The tools, the landscape – they're visual cues that evoke a sense of collective memory, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Yes, that makes sense. It's like seeing a simplified version of our own societal roots. I've learned a lot. Curator: And I, from your fresh perspective. These old illustrations continue to offer new insights.