Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne..., page 22 (recto) 1616

This page from *Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne* by Isabella Catanea Parasole showcases a intricate needlepoint design. The image, dated 1616, is a printed illustration of a *punto reticella* pattern, a delicate form of needle lace popular in the 17th century. This book, a source of instruction for elite women of the time, demonstrates the precision and skill involved in creating these intricate patterns.