Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 33 (recto) by Cesare Vecellio

Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 33 (recto) 1601

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drawing, ornament, print

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drawing

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aged paper

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ornament

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toned paper

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print

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book

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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coloured pencil

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men

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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watercolour illustration

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italy

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sketchbook art

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watercolor

This woodcut print from Cesare Vecellio's *Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne* depicts a series of intricate lace patterns suitable for needlework. The designs range from simple geometric motifs to more elaborate floral and decorative elements. Vecellio, an Italian artist known for his work in various genres, published this collection in 1601, offering a glimpse into the fashionable trends of the era. The book's detailed illustrations served as a guide for women seeking to create exquisite needlework, reflecting the significance of needlework as a symbol of status and artistry in Renaissance Italy.

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