Schön Neues Modelbuch (Page 6 recto) 1597

This is a page from *Schön Neues Modelbuch*, a book of patterns for embroidery published in 1597 by Johann Sibmacher, a German artist working in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The page displays two examples of geometric designs for stitch patterns to be embroidered on household fabrics. Sibmacher's book offers a variety of geometric and floral motifs for needlework, demonstrating the popularity of embroidery as a decorative art during this period. The precise and detailed drawings are indicative of the high quality and artistry expected in needlework designs during this era.