Lucidario di Recami, page 9 (verso) 1564

This is a page from *Lucidario di Recami*, a pattern book created by Iseppo Foresto, a Venetian engraver, in 1564. It showcases intricate designs of interlacing foliage, grotesque figures, and whimsical creatures, a common motif of the time. These designs were intended for use in embroidery and other decorative arts. The detailed patterns are representative of the flourishing Renaissance culture of the period, particularly in Venice. *Lucidario di Recami* is a valuable resource for scholars and art enthusiasts interested in 16th-century decorative arts and the evolution of design.