La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami, page 3 (verso) 1567

"La Vera Perfettione del Disegno di varie sorti di recami" is a 1567 publication by Giovanni Ostaus, a prominent Renaissance artist. This page, part of a larger volume, demonstrates the intricate patterns and stitches involved in embroidery and needlework. The text within, written in Italian, provides detailed instructions and insights into the art form, making it a valuable resource for embroiderers of the time. This printed page, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artistic and technical expertise of the Renaissance period.