Scriptorium

A scriptorium was a room in a monastery during the Middle Ages where monks and scribes copied, wrote, and illuminated manuscripts. This practice was essential for preserving texts, including religious scriptures and classical works, before the invention of the printing press. Scriptoria often featured specific tools and materials, like parchment and ink, and were places of great focused activity and artistry. The works created in scriptoria played a crucial role in the dissemination of knowledge and culture during a time when books were rare and valuable.