Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 36r) 1604

This page from Johann Sibmacher's _Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer_ (1604) presents a detailed and intricate design for embroidery, showcasing the artist's interest in geometric patterns. The page features two distinct designs, both utilizing a grid-based format, with the first being a repeating pattern of interlocking squares and the second, a border design. Sibmacher, a German artist known for his pattern books, captured the fashion and craft trends of his time through his illustrative designs. _Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer_ is a significant resource for understanding embroidery techniques in the early 17th century.