Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 53r) 1604

"Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer" (1604) by Johann Sibmacher (1590-1611) features a page of intricate geometric patterns, likely intended as models for decorative arts. The page is divided into four sections, each displaying a unique design based on repeating circles, stars, and other motifs. This design pattern book, part of a larger collection held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the flourishing interest in ornamental design during the early 17th century, a time when artists experimented with geometric forms and the application of these patterns to various crafts.