Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne..., page 15 (recto) 1616

This page from Isabella Catanea Parasole's 1616 book, *Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne...*, features an array of intricate patterns for *punto reticella* (needle lace) embroidery. This page, alongside others in the book, exemplifies Parasole's dedication to sharing knowledge of needlework techniques with women. The delicate patterns, presented in a clear and organized manner, would have been highly sought after by Italian women of the early 17th century, for whom needlework skills were both a mark of social standing and an important economic activity. *Punto reticella* was a popular technique in this era, known for its intricate knotted stitches that created delicate and beautiful lace.