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Bookcases and Desks, in Leiden, The Netherlands more

books, old books, pictures of books, libraries, greyscale

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Image title: Bookcases and Desks
Source: Andrews, William: “Curiosities of the Church: Studies of Curious Customs, Services and Records” (1891)
Place shown: Leiden, The Netherlands
Keywords: books, old books, pictures of books, libraries, greyscale
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In the Library of the University of Leyden, from a print dated 1610

[modern spelling: Leiden]

It will be observed [...] that those who consulted the books were obliged to stand.” (p. 130)

Two Dutch scholars stand reading at the shelf marked mathematici (mathematics). They wear hats and long cloaks. The Philosophi (Philosophy) shelf is also visible.

Dimensions: 97 x 86mm (3.8 x 3.4 inches)
Filename: 130-bookcases-and-desks-q61-907x786.jpg
Scanner dpi: 600
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