La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami, page 36 (recto) 1567

This page from Giovanni Ostaus’s *La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami* (1567), housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a series of three needlepoint embroidery patterns. The page displays intricate floral designs, culminating in a scene of hunting dogs. The print itself is a guide for crafting these motifs, illustrating the detailed stitches and shapes necessary to create the intricate designs. These guides were popular in the 16th century, providing a visual and technical reference for needlework enthusiasts of the time.