Dedication page of Neu künstlich Modelbuch (page 2v) 1598

This dedication page from Bernhard Jobin's _Neu künstlich Modelbuch_, a book of patterns for embroidery, exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship of the late 16th century. The page features a decorative border composed of repeating floral motifs, which serves as a frame for the dedicatory text written in German. Jobin's book, designed for both experienced and aspiring needleworkers, speaks to the popularity of embroidery as a decorative art form in Renaissance Germany.