Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne, page 9 (recto) 1625

This is a page from the book *Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne* by Isabella Catanea Parasole, a manual for needlework published in Venice in 1625. The image, a black-and-white woodcut, features a selection of different patterns for embroidery, including a variety of geometric shapes and more floral designs, and instructions on how to stitch each one. The book offers a glimpse into the world of Italian needlework and the important role it played in the lives of women of the time. *Gemma pretiosa* is a valuable resource for both art historians and needlework enthusiasts.