Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne, page 29 (recto) 1625

This page from a 1625 publication by Isabella Catanea Parasole, entitled "Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne," features a woodcut design for needlepoint lace. The design is comprised of geometric shapes in black and white, creating a visually appealing and intricate pattern. The book, "Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne," was designed to teach women how to create their own needlepoint lace, thus giving them a marketable skill. The book is a prime example of the growing trend of women’s handcrafts and domestic arts in 17th-century Italy.