Les Secondes Oeuvres, et Subtiles Inventions De Lingerie du Seigneur Federic de Vinciolo Venitien 1603

This 1603 title page, from a book of embroidery patterns by Venetian designer Federico de Vinciolo, is a fine example of Renaissance ornamentation. The intricate border, featuring grotesques and mythical creatures, is typical of the era's love of elaborate decoration and the revival of classical motifs. The title page is dedicated to a "Madame, Soeur Unique du Roy," likely referring to a noblewoman closely related to the King of France. The book was printed by Jean le Clerc in Paris, and the inclusion of a Royal privilege indicates its high standing in the court. The book's detailed instructions and illustrations of embroidery designs helped to popularize the art form throughout Europe, establishing Federico de Vinciolo as a significant figure in the history of needlework.