The quirky image of a cat's paw print immortalized in ink showcases how animals interacted with historical manuscripts, capturing a playful moment in medieval times.
The digitization of thousands of medieval manuscripts has opened access to remarkable historical artifacts, enabling both scholars and enthusiasts to appreciate unique artworks and texts from home.
Emir O. Filipovic's discovery of a cat's paw print on a 1445 manuscript highlights the charming and unexpected interjections of pets in the serious work of medieval scribes.
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