Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 26 (recto) 1597

"Studio delle virtuose Dame, page 26 (recto)" (1597) by Isabella Catanea Parasole is a page from a pattern book, showcasing a geometric design for needlepoint. The intricate pattern features a grid of repeating octagonal motifs and crossing lines, characteristic of Italian Renaissance needlework. This book, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates Parasole’s mastery in creating elegant and intricate designs for needlepoint, a craft that was highly valued among Italian women of the time.