Modus scribendi - A woman standing over a table next to a cat

Publication: .Bethesda, MD : U.S. National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Health & Human Services, [2010] ..Language(s): .Latin. .Format: .Still image ..Subject(s): .Handwriting.China. .Genre(s): .Book Illustrations. .Abstract: .Image shows the proper brush grip for Chinese calligraphy. The scribe is writing in a standing position, bending over a table which is covered by a tablecloth. Next to the table, a monkey (Ape of Nature) appears to be reading from one sheet. A large inkstone rests on the floor. Stylized characters on the wall represent Celestial Realm. Illustration from p. 310 of Kircher's La Chine. ..Related Title(s): .Hidden treasure.Is part of: Chine; See related catalog record: 2371043R ..Extent: .1 online resource (1 image) ..NLM Unique ID: .101595221..NLM Image ID: .A033260 ..Permanent Link: .101595221 (101595221 ) ..NLM Hidden treasure p. 67 .101569502 (101569502 )