Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 7 (verso) by Iseppo Foresto

Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 7 (verso) 1564

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drawing, ornament, print

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drawing

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ornament

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toned paper

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pen drawing

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ink paper printed

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print

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book

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personal sketchbook

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linocut print

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pen-ink sketch

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men

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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italy

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sketchbook art

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marker colouring

This intricate woodcut, "Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 7 (verso)," is a page from a 1564 publication by Iseppo Foresto, a renowned Italian artist of the 16th century. This design features a delicate interplay of stylized foliage, birds, and cherubs, set against a grid background, offering a glimpse into the sophisticated decorative patterns favored in the Renaissance. The artwork’s intricate details and harmonious composition showcase the artist’s mastery of the woodcut technique and his keen eye for decorative design. Foresto’s work, often used in book illustrations and design patterns, exemplifies the vibrant artistic spirit of the Italian Renaissance.

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