La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami, page 22 (verso) 1567

This page from Giovanni Ostau's 1567 book, *La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami*, shows a series of intricate designs for embroidery. It features a variety of borders and floral motifs, including intertwined branches and birds, in a delicate and intricate style. Ostau's work was widely influential, providing a detailed resource for embroidery artists and design enthusiasts. *La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami* is a prime example of 16th-century pattern books, illustrating the artistry and craftsmanship of the period.