Ghirlanda: Di sei vaghi fiori scielti da piu famosi Giardini d'Italia, page 35 (recto) 1604

Pietro Paulo Tozzi created this page from "Ghirlanda" with pen and ink sometime in the early 17th century. Enclosed is a series of geometric and floral patterns, each contained within a square, bordering an inscription. The geometric motifs, like the rosette and variations of the cross, resonate deeply with ancient symbols of cosmic order and balance. Such shapes evoke the 'wheel of life' and the cyclical nature of existence. We find echoes of these symbols across time, from ancient Mesopotamian art to Renaissance designs, illustrating the enduring human quest to understand the universe. Consider how the swastika, originally a symbol of good fortune, was tragically distorted in the 20th century, demonstrating the volatile nature of symbols. These patterns tap into our collective memory, stirring primal emotions and subconscious associations with harmony and the infinite.