Essempio di recammi, page 13 (verso) by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente

Essempio di recammi, page 13 (verso) 1530

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drawing, ornament, print, woodcut

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drawing

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natural stone pattern

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aged paper

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ornament

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toned paper

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homemade paper

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print

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book

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tea stained

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11_renaissance

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geometric

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woodcut

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men

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decorative-art

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italian-renaissance

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calligraphy

This page from the book *Essempio di recammi* by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente is a woodcut print from 1530. It features several intricate designs that were intended to be used as inspiration for embroidery. The designs are arranged in rows, each showcasing a different pattern of flowers and foliage. This page is a testament to the Renaissance period's passion for decorative arts and the growing influence of the printed medium in disseminating artistic knowledge. The details of the designs, including the small flowers and intricate interlacing vines, highlight the skill and artistry of Tagliente's work. This page is a rare and valuable document of the art of embroidery and its role in shaping the aesthetic sensibilities of the Renaissance.

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