Essempio di recammi, page 4 (verso) 1530

This woodcut by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, a 16th-century Italian artist, depicts a circular design with a central scene of a lake with animals surrounding it. The inscription on the page reads: "Virtus Impavida" which means "unfearing strength," suggesting a connection to the virtues of animals. The scene features various animals in a woodsy landscape. The woodcut is part of a larger illustrated manuscript, "Essempio di Recami," which explored intricate designs for embroidery. The manuscript is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, providing insight into the intricate artwork of the Renaissance period.