La Pratique de l'Aiguille, page 18 (recto) 1605

"La Pratique de l'Aiguille, page 18 (recto)" is a 1605 print by Matthias Mignerak. It is a detailed depiction of a woman, likely representing Charity, sitting on a rock. The image appears as a needlepoint pattern, which is emphasized by the grid lines. The grid is made of small squares, which show how the needlepoint pattern could be recreated. The image is a valuable historical example of needlepoint, a traditional craft that continues to be popular today. This artwork is a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.