Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 25 (verso) 1530
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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ink paper printed
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book
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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watercolour bleed
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watercolor
This page from *Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi* (1530) by Giovanni Andrea Vavassore (1530-1573), showcases a meticulously crafted alphabet rendered in a delicate embroidery stitch. This artistic embroidery design manual, featuring a variety of decorative patterns, provides a valuable glimpse into the world of Renaissance needlework. The precise execution of the letters, along with the floral motifs at the bottom, exemplify the artistry and craftsmanship of the era. This print, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, offers a unique window into the history of embroidery and design.
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