Pretiosa Gemma delle virtuose donne, page 19 (recto) 1600

This page from *Pretiosa Gemma delle virtuose donne*, a pattern book for needlework by Isabella Catanea Parasole, showcases a variety of designs for a technique called *punto reticella* (reticulated stitch). Each page of this book features different patterns for lacemaking, which was a popular and highly valued skill for women in 17th-century Italy. The patterns on this page feature a repeating triangular motif, with each triangle containing a unique design. The intricate details and delicate lines of these patterns are characteristic of the *punto reticella* style, which emphasizes the use of fine stitches to create delicate and visually appealing patterns.