Ein new getruckt model Büchli...Page 26, recto 1529

This page from a 1529 printed arithmetic textbook by Johann Schönsperger the Younger is a fascinating example of early modern mathematical pedagogy. It showcases the meticulous hand-written calculations in the style of the era. The page features a series of multiplication problems, likely part of a larger set of exercises aimed at teaching students the fundamentals of arithmetic. The delicate hand-writing and intricate layout of the numbers are hallmarks of Schönsperger's work, a testament to the precision and attention to detail expected in this era of learning. This page, now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the world of early modern education and the techniques used to impart mathematical knowledge.