Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., title page (recto) 1563

This woodcut title page, created by Matteo Pagano in 1563, is a striking example of Renaissance art, featuring a scene of women in a garden, likely symbolizing the triumph of virtue. The composition is detailed and intricate, with a focus on the figures' elegant attire and gestures. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the visual culture of the 16th century and the complex themes of virtue and morality explored in Renaissance literature.