Copy of "Système de Magnée - Veritable Position de la Main et de la Plume" from François Magnée's "Le Parfait calligraphe, ou Méthode pour apprendre soi-même a écrire en peu de leçons"

French 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a hand holding a feather quill pen, with strings tied around the fingers for demonstration. The image features a detailed illustration of a hand in a writing position, emphasizing the correct way to hold the pen. The background is plain, focusing on the hand and pen. The drawing shows depth and texture through lines and shading.