Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 9 (recto) 1527 - 1540

This page from a 16th century embroidery manual, “Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne...”, features a complex geometric design created by Willem Vosterman. The woodcut is a clear example of a pattern book that allowed needlework to be standardized and shared amongst women. The intricate design is a testament to the skill of the artist and the craftsmanship of the period. The book's focus on Spanish embroidery, with its rich, intricate designs, highlights the cultural exchange of textiles and needlework in Europe.