Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 43v) 1544

This woodcut print, “Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch… (Page 43v)” by Peter Quentel, is a prime example of 16th-century ornamental design. The page features three distinct borders composed of intricate floral motifs and scrolling vines. The design is typical of the Renaissance era and was likely used as a model for crafts such as embroidery, jewelry, and book illustrations. This particular print comes from Quentel’s “Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch…”, a comprehensive book of designs published in 1544, which was highly influential in shaping the decorative arts of the time.