Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne, page 5 (recto) 1625

"Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne" is a page from a pattern book created by Italian artist Isabella Catanea Parasole in 1625. The book is a collection of intricate designs for needlework, including geometric patterns, floral motifs, and figural designs. This page, titled "Lavoro de maglia quadra," showcases a repeating geometric design composed of squares, circles, and stars, demonstrating the sophisticated needlework techniques popular during the Baroque era. The intricate design would have been admired for its elegance and technical skill.