Le Pompe: Opera Nova, page 9 (verso) 1557

"Le Pompe: Opera Nova, page 9 (verso)" is a 1557 page from a pattern book by the Sessa brothers, Giovanni Battista and Marchio. The book contains a range of designs for lace, embroidery, and other decorative arts. This page features a series of four elaborate lace patterns, intricately drawn in black ink on a cream-colored page. The designs are a mix of geometric and organic shapes, creating a visual feast of delicate and elegant motifs. These patterns were meant to be copied by needleworkers, showcasing the popular interest in needlework and decorative arts during the Renaissance.