Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... 1588

"Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts..." is a page from a book of needlework patterns published in 1588 by Federico de Vinciolo, a Venetian lace maker. The illustration shows four different designs for needlepoint lace, each with its own intricate, floral motif. These designs would have been used by women to create delicate and fashionable lace garments for themselves and their families. These intricate patterns demonstrate the skill and artistry of Venetian lacemakers during the Renaissance.