Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 7 (verso) 1527 - 1540

This woodcut print, "Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 7 (verso)" from 1527-1540 by Willem Vosterman, is a page from a book dedicated to needlework. The print displays patterns and designs to be used as guides for needlework projects. It's a part of a larger book detailing the noble art of needlework and offers a glimpse into the intricate patterns and craftsmanship of the time. Vosterman's print highlights a combination of geometric motifs and floral patterns, suggesting that needlework was not only practical but also an art form. These intricate details and specific instructions demonstrate the value and care placed on needlework as an art and a craft during this period.