La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami, page 12 (recto) 1567

This intricate woodcut pattern, "La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami, page 12 (recto)," is a page from a larger book by Giovanni Ostaus, a prominent Italian artist who worked from 1507 to 1607. This page, dated 1567, showcases the meticulous detail and intricate geometric design common to the Renaissance era. The repeating motif creates a sense of rhythm and visual harmony, embodying the classical principles of symmetry and balance prevalent in 16th-century art. The work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is a testament to the artistry and technical skill of the time.