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The article focuses on the compilation of the history of Modern Russian and Ukrainian art. This compilation is a treasure trove of rare publications that widens and deepens the range of publications that are conveniently available for libraries and researchers. The selection of the publication has included graphics and book illustration, theater decorations, porcelain, costume and clothing design, architecture, physical culture, and mass performance. It has also included art education, theory, museum exhibitions and acquisitions, and international cultural relations.

Presents the story of the cover art. How the end of the 15th century saw some of the greatest illuminations of manuscripts ever seen; Background on the era; The interest in Alexander the Great at the time which produced "Book of the Deeds of Alexander the Great" and its leaf "The Birth of Alexander" which is reproduced on the cover of this issue; What is known about the scribe who copied the work; How the artist name is unknown except as the Master of the Jardin de vertueuse consolation; The J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles which houses the work; Description of the work with interpretations; Why the illustrations are referred to as illuminated manuscripts.