Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 20 (recto) 1597

"Studio delle virtuose Dame" is a page from a 1597 book of needlework patterns by Isabella Catanea Parasole, an Italian artist. The page shows two intricate, circular patterns, one featuring a stylized heart, intended to be copied by needleworkers. This book, a testament to the talent and skill of women, is a valuable resource for understanding the craft and history of needlework in the 16th century.