Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 31r) 1604

This page from Johann Sibmacher's "Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer" (1604) features a detailed geometric design for embroidery. The page, which is a single sheet from a larger volume, depicts a repeating pattern of diamonds, circles, and small squares in a black and white scheme. Sibmacher's "Modelbuch" is a classic example of a pattern book, which provided artisans with visual instructions for needlework, weaving, and other crafts. This intricate design reflects the popular taste for geometric motifs in the early 17th century, and would have been suitable for a variety of decorative objects.