British Library
John Gutenberg Bible
Printing
Wood Block
First recorded in East Asia 7th Century. Movable type was used in Korea from the 14th century, invented in china in the 11th century.
The Dering Roll
England 1270-80
The Dering Roll is the oldest surviving english roll of arms painted on a green background. 324 Coat of Arms. The Roll is named one of it early owners, Sir Edward Dering.
Chinese Botanical Paintings
Paint on Paper
The earliest known european paint to commission on chinese botanical paintings was James Cunninghame Xiamem artist produced 1000s of flower and plant paintings almost all with their chinese names.
