Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 22 (recto) 1532

This page from a book, "Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti," was created in 1532 by the Italian artist Domenico da Sera (1500-1599). It contains a text in French about needlework, including a reference to a poem by a contemporary, which highlights the social importance of women's work in 16th century France. The book is considered to be a valuable resource for understanding the history of textile arts and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.