Medieval font

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This printout showcases 14th-century font details, made possible by scans from the Usher Gallery and The Collection in Lincoln. For easier printing, the object was divided into two sections at the join where they were originally connected. Next, the upper section featuring the basin underwent some modification to further optimize its design. The internal components received an additional level of refinement, including added support structures that were designed using Meshmixer software. The recommended settings for slicing the model using Slic3r include a layer thickness of 200 micrometers, use PLA as the material, and utilize an infill pattern consisting of 5% hexagonal cells. To give the basin a more authentic look, a circular top and bottom fill pattern is suggested instead of the standard approach. The font was successfully printed using black PLA plastic, and the sections were secured with five-minute epoxy. When it came to decorating the piece, drybrushing techniques utilizing acrylic grey and white hues produced a realistic appearance on the details. Since the original item in question likely featured limestone, my choice of colors may not be entirely accurate, but I still enjoy the way it looks. The creator of this print is indebted to the 3D scans project from Lincoln for their high-quality work. It was indeed an exceptional effort. Update: This isn't the first time the artist has ventured into font design; they have successfully created another one that can be viewed at thingiverse.com/thing:1280967.