Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 35 (recto) 1597

This woodcut print by Isabella Catanea Parasole, from her 1597 book "Studio delle virtuose Dame," is a beautiful example of Renaissance-era needlework design. The intricate pattern features circles, squares, and other geometric shapes arranged in a repeating motif, creating a visually captivating and symmetrical composition. This page from her book, which is now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artistry and skill of Parasole, a leading figure in the development of needlework designs. The design, meant to be replicated in embroidery, is an example of the meticulous craftsmanship valued in the period.