Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 13 (recto) 1597

This is a page from *Studio delle virtuose Dame,* a 1597 book of needlepoint designs by Isabella Catanea Parasole, an Italian artist and needlework teacher. The page shows a black and white design with a motif of stylized vines, flowers, and leaves on a dark background. The design is presented in a repetitive pattern, which is common for needlepoint designs. The book was intended to teach women of the era how to create intricate patterns in needlepoint, a popular art form at the time. This page, like the rest of the book, is a testament to Parasole's expertise in needlework and her commitment to passing down her craft to future generations.