Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne, page 17 (recto) 1625

"Gemma pretiosa della virtuose donne" is a 1625 book of needlepoint designs by Isabella Catanea Parasole. This is a single page from the book featuring intricate designs using a variety of stitches, most notably the “punto reticella,” or “reticella stitch”. The book is considered an important primary source for understanding Renaissance embroidery techniques. This page displays the repetitive geometric motifs typical of the era. It features various types of stitches such as stars, circles, and floral designs.