Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 48r) 1544

This woodcut print, created by Peter Quentel in 1544, is a page from a pattern book, "Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch." The image features a central circular motif surrounded by intricate geometric designs, followed by three bands of repeating knotwork patterns. This print exemplifies the decorative motifs popular in 16th-century German art, offering inspiration for craftspeople and artists. The detailed patterns and intricate details of the artwork provide a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of the era. This page, now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a valuable resource for studying the history of design and decorative arts.