Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 36 (recto) 1597

This woodcut print by Isabella Catanea Parasole, from her 1597 book "Studio delle virtuose Dame," depicts a geometric pattern of interlocking circles and squares. This pattern is one of many in the book that offers instructions for creating intricate needlepoint designs. The book was a popular guide for women of the time, demonstrating the high level of skill and artistry expected of them in needlework. The print's stark black and white design, with its precise lines and repetitive motifs, reflects the aesthetic of the Renaissance period.