Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne..., page 46 (recto) 1616

This 1616 engraving by Isabella Catanea Parasole is a page from her book *Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne...* and features designs for needlepoint and lacework. Depicting a range of geometric and floral motifs, the book was intended as a guide for women of the time to create decorative needlework for textiles, such as clothing, table linens and household items. This page, titled *Merletti a Piombini,* showcases patterns of lace edging that might have been used to embellish collars, sleeves and handkerchiefs.