Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, title page (verso) 1530

This 1530 title page from Giovanni Andrea Vavassore’s *Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi* is a fine example of Renaissance embroidery design. The page depicts an intricate pattern of stylized floral motifs arranged within a grid, which likely served as a guide for embroiderers of the period. The designs are detailed, and the grid pattern is a common feature of embroidery guides, helping crafters accurately replicate complex designs. This print is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.