Ein new getruckt model Büchli...Page 4, recto 1529

This page from Johann Schönsperger the Younger’s “Ein new getruckt model Büchli” (1529) is a woodcut print containing a series of geometric designs, probably intended to be embroidered or woven. The patterns consist of rows of various motifs including diamonds, crosses, and other abstract forms. This book was a popular guide for needlework and embroidery artists, providing them with patterns to be copied or adapted. The patterns were printed in black ink on paper and were designed to be cut out and used as templates for embroidery.