Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 18 (recto) 1588

"Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts..." page 18 (recto) is a print from a book of lace patterns by Federico de Vinciolo, a prolific Italian designer of the late 16th century. This page features a complex pattern for "point coupé" (cut stitch) lace, a popular technique that involves cutting and stitching fabric to create intricate designs. The design showcases intricate geometric motifs and a delicate floral border, reflecting the ornate aesthetic of the Renaissance period. This print, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a valuable resource for understanding the history of lacemaking and the evolution of decorative arts in the late 16th century.