Fiore D'Ogni Virtu Per le Nobili Et Honeste Matrone, page 19 (recto) 1610

This page from the 1610 book *L’avori di punto in aria* (Works of Needlepoint in the Air) by Isabella Catanea Parasole, shows a series of intricate lace patterns. Parasole, a prominent Italian needlework artist, aimed to elevate the craft with her detailed designs. The patterns are intended for needlework, and demonstrate the complexity and artistry of this form, which was becoming increasingly popular among Italian women of the time. The designs, characterized by delicate floral motifs and geometric patterns, reflect the Baroque era’s predilection for intricate details and visual opulence.