The Vestibule of Comenius (1644) - Page 2

⚠The provided image does not contain a manuscript page for transcription; it is a photograph of the fore-edge and binding of a closed book.

A photograph shows the side of the closed book opposite the spine, known as the fore-edge. The book is thick. The edges of the pages are aged and have a light brown, weathered look. The binding is deep red leather and shows signs of wear. A small, dark hole is visible on the edge of the front cover.

Fore-edge The edge of a book's pages opposite the spine.
Book block The stack of pages that make up the interior of the book.
Binding The outer protective cover of the volume.
Leather Tanned animal skin used to provide a durable cover for the manuscript.
Manuscript volume A book written by hand rather than printed.