Schön Neues Modelbuch (Page 2 recto) 1597

"Schön Neues Modelbuch" (1597) by Johann Sibmacher is a beautifully decorated page from a pattern book. The page features an elegant, hand-drawn border design, and the main text is set in an ornate calligraphic style. This work is a testament to Sibmacher's skill in both typography and decorative illustration, and it would have been intended for the use of women creating embroidery and other decorative arts. It's an example of the intricate designs that were popular in 16th-century Germany, and its delicate details are fascinating to examine closely.