Vintage Decorative Patterns

A collection of intricate old designs featuring floral motifs, geometrical shapes, and ornamental borders, showcasing woodcut techniques from the 16th century.

Page from Eyn Newe kunstlich moetdelboech alle kunst (Page 3v) 1532 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne.The only recorded copy (incomplete) of Peter Guentel's second edition of this model book. Illustrated title page and 31 pages of designs.. Page from Eyn Newe kunstlich moetdelboech alle kunst (Page 3v). 1532. Woodcut. Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne

Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 8 (verso). Dimensions: Overall: 8 7/8 x 6 7/8 in. (22.5 x 17.5 cm). Publisher: Giovanni Andrea Vavassore (Italian, active Venice 1530-1573) , Venice. Date: 1530.Published by Giovanni Andrea (called "Guadagnino") Vavassore, Italian, active 16th century, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:design composed of 2 vertical columns: left is illustrated with white vines that form 4 heart shapes, right is illustrated by series of black curving leaves. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 2v) 1544 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne.Illustrated title page, architectural border on reverse of title page, 99 pages of designs, arms of Cologne on last page (Merlos 1063.477, Van Worms).. Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 2v). 1544. Woodcut. Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne

Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 10 (recto). Designer: Woodcut border on title signed by Matteo da Treviso (Italian, active 16th century). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 1/2 in. (20 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Nicolò Zoppino (Italian, Ferrara 1478/80-1544 Venice) , Venice. Date: August 1532.Published by Nicolo Zoppino, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Matteo da Treviso, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers framed by decorative border at top, left, and right. Top horizontal register is decorated with a pattern of vines forming circles; inside each circle is a snowflake at the center. Bottom horizontal register is decorated with large floral design. Top border is decorated with diamond shapes and horizontal flower pattern. Left and right borders show same pattern, but they are printed using reverse colors (section in black on the left appears white on the right, and vice versa). Mus

Essempio di recammi, page 2 (recto). Author: Giovanni Antonio Tagliente (Italian, Venice ca. 1465-1528 Venice). Dimensions: Overall: 7 13/16 x 6 3/16 x 3/8 in. (19.8 x 15.7 x 1 cm). Publisher: Giovanni Antonio di Nicolini da Sabio e i fratelli (Italian, active Venice, ca. 1522-1545) , Venice. Date: 1530.Written by Giovanni Antonio Tagliente, Italian, Venice ca. 1465-1527 Venice, published by Giovanantonio e i fratelli da Sabbio Venice. From top to bottom, and left to right:design composed of 6 horizontal registers (alternating black to white): white dots forming lines and small diamonds, squares formed by 3x2 'x's followed by 2 stacked diamonds, thick zigzag line, zigzag line with diamonds at each angle, series of 'X's formed by diamonds, various patterns including 2 birds. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 16 (verso). Binder: Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd (British, active London after 1821). Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 5 7/8 in. (19 x 15 cm). Publisher: Matteo Pagano (Italian, 1515-1588) , Venice. Date: 1554.Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice, bound by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, British, active London after 1821. From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with a pattern of diamonds and 4-petaled flowers with an 'X' in the center. Bottom register is decorated with a pattern of black diamonds inside of which are white 4-petaled flowers. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 2 (recto). Designer: Iseppo Foresto (Italian, active Venice, 1557). Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. (19 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Jeronimo Calepino , Venice. Date: 1564.Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns; first 2 columns are printed upon a grid. Left column is decorated with a pattern of 4-petaled flowers. Middle column is decorated with an alternating pattern of an interlace motif followed by 2 white dotted leaves that connect to form hearts shapes with a black leaf inside. Right column is decorated with an urn at the center, flanked by 2 female composite figures with wings for arms and leaves for legs; next to the composite female creature are 2 composite boy figures with spotted deer legs that hold onto a coiling vine. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Eyn new kunstlichboich, page 23r. Designer: Woodcut border designed by Anton Woensam von Worms (German, active first half 16th century, died 1538). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 1/2 in. (20 x 14 cm). Publisher: Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne. Date: 1529.Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne, woodcut border designed by Anton Woensam von Worms, German, active first half 16th century, died 1538.Italian translation of title page, illustrated title page, portrait of Charles V, 46 pages of designs including pages of the alphabet. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Page from Eyn Newe kunstlich moetdelboech alle kunst (Page 3v) 1532 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne.The only recorded copy (incomplete) of Peter Guentel's second edition of this model book. Illustrated title page and 31 pages of designs.. Page from Eyn Newe kunstlich moetdelboech alle kunst (Page 3v). 1532. Woodcut. Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne

Moresken and Arabesken in a motif that is displayed once in the middle and both left and right thereof is more visible before half.

Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 60 (recto) 1588 Federico de Vinciolo Italian Designed by Federic de Vinciolo, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is decorated in the center with a white 4-petaled flower that is surrounded by a border of foliage.. Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 60 (recto) 358422

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 18r). Artist: Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). Dimensions: Overall: 5 11/16 x 7 1/16 x 3/4 in. (14.5 x 18 x 1.9 cm). Date: 1604.Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 17 (verso) 1554 Matteo Pagano Italian Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice, bound by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, British, active London after 1821. From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is decorated with an interlace pattern that forms diamonds containing snowflakes in the center.. Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 17 (verso) 359158

Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 3 (recto) 1564 Iseppo Foresto Italian Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns printed upon a grid. Left column is decorated with curving vines with flowers and grapes that attach to a central flower element. Middle column is decorated with curving leaves that flank a central interlace pattern containing a 4-petaled flower. Right column is decorated with a central interlace motif with leaves at its sides.. Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 3 (recto) 660652

Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 15 (recto). Dimensions: Overall: 8 7/8 x 6 7/8 in. (22.5 x 17.5 cm). Publisher: Giovanni Andrea Vavassore (Italian, active Venice 1530-1573) , Venice. Date: 1530.Published by Giovanni Andrea (called "Guadagnino") Vavassore, Italian, active 16th century, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:design composed of 3 horizontal registers: top is illustrated with various lines and triangular shapes, middle is narrowest and is illustrated with '*' pattern, and bottom is illustrated with series of small diamonds and black heart shapes. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 6 (verso). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Domenico da Sera (French, active Italy, 16th century). Date: April 12, 1532.Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is wider and is decorated with twisting branches with leaves. Right column is narrower and is decorated with various geometric motifs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 12 (verso). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Domenico da Sera (French, active Italy, 16th century). Date: April 12, 1532.Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is decorated with diamond shapes formed by various geometric motifs. Framed in the center of these diamonds is a 4-petaled floral element. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 15 (verso) 1530 Giovanni Andrea Vavassore Italian Published by Giovanni Andrea (called "Guadagnino") Vavassore, Italian, active 16th century, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:design with giglio/fleur-de-lis and bird.. Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 15 (verso) 358316

Lucidario di Recami, page 7 (verso). Designer: Iseppo Foresto (Italian, active Venice, 1557). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 7/8 in. (20 x 15 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Jeronimo Calepino , 1564. Date: 1564.Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, 1564.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns; each column consists of 2 levels. Top level of left column is decorated with a pattern of flowers; bottom level is decorated with a pattern of curving leaves that are attached to one another by horizontal bands. Top level of right column is decorated with a pattern of acorns at the top of 2 curving leaves; bottom level is decorated with curving leaves attached together by horizontal bands and a flower. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 9 (recto). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Domenico da Sera (French, active Italy, 16th century). Date: April 12, 1532.Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with an interlace pattern. Bottom register is decorated in the center with a tall plant that is flanked on either side by a border ornamented with another interlace pattern. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Tablecloth. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 29 x 22.7 cm (11 7/16 x 8 15/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 53 1/2" wide; 62 1/2" long. Medium: gouache and graphite on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Elizabeth Valentine.

Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 18 (verso). Designer: Woodcut border on title signed by Matteo da Treviso (Italian, active 16th century). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 1/2 in. (20 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Nicolò Zoppino (Italian, Ferrara 1478/80-1544 Venice) , Venice. Date: August 1532.Published by Nicolo Zoppino, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Matteo da Treviso, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a geometric interlace pattern of vines with leaves. Right column is decorated with swooping vines with leaves that have eyes. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 4 (recto). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Domenico da Sera (French, active Italy, 16th century). Date: April 12, 1532.Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a curving vine of leaves and other foliage elements resembling an "S" motif. Right column is divided into 3 sections: 2 vertical columns on top and 1 square on the bottom; vertical columns are decorated with a different foliage pattern and the square is ornamented with an angular linear pattern. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 16 (verso) 1554 Matteo Pagano Italian Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice, bound by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, British, active London after 1821. From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with a pattern of diamonds and 4-petaled flowers with an 'X' in the center. Bottom register is decorated with a pattern of black diamonds inside of which are white 4-petaled flowers.. Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 16 (verso) 359158

Prima Parte de' Fiori, e Disegni di varie sorti di Ricami Moderni, page 6 (recto). Author: Giovanni Battista Ciotti (Italian, born Siena, ca. 1560). Dimensions: Overall: 5 5/16 x 7 5/16 in. (13.5 x 18.5 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Francesco de' Franceschi (Italian, active 16th century). Date: 1591.Written by Giovanni Battista Ciotti, published by Francesco de' Franceschi, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with ornamented squares containing an alternating pattern of circles with an X through the middle and ovals with a diagonal line through the middle. Middle register is decorated with triangles ornamented with different floral and linear patterns that form a zigzagging line in between them. Bottom register is decorated with small squares containing a different circular or floral motif. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ein new Modelbuch..., page 3 (recto). Dimensions: 7 5/16 x 5 3/8 in. (18.5 x 13.6 cm). Publisher: Johann Schönsperger the Younger (German, active 1510-30). Date: October 22, 1524.Published by Johann Schnsperger the Younger, Zwickau.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a curving white line. Middle column is decorated with a series of coiling acanthus leaves. Right column is decorated with a pattern of horizontal hatch marks. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 13 (recto) April 12, 1532 Domenico da Sera French Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated in the center with a flower that has 2 stems of leaves that curve outward at the sides. Middle column is decorated with 2 curving branches of leaves and flowers. Right column is decorated with an alternating pattern of birds and foliage elements.. Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 13 (recto) 662862

Ornamento delle belle & virtuose donne, page 3 (verso). Binder: Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd (British, active London after 1821). Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 5 7/8 in. (19 x 15 cm). Publisher: Matteo Pagano (Italian, 1515-1588) , Venice. Date: 1554.Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice, bound by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, British, active London after 1821. From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns printed upon a grid. Left column is decorated with an ornamented backward 'S' and a diamond with a 5-leaf plant inside a vase at the center. Right column is decorated with a 4-petaled flower, 'X', and an interlace pattern, all of which are formed by a series of black triangles. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Jardin partage en quatres parterres et Thérasses (Garden Beds and Four Terraces), in Nouveaux Livre de Parterres contenant 24 pensséz diferantes (New Book Containing 24 Different Variations for Garden Beds), Daniel Marot, French, active in the Netherlands and England, 1661-1752, Etching and engraving on white laid paper, Landscape architecture design for garden., Netherlands, ca. 1700, architecture, Print, Print

Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 7 (recto). Designer: Iseppo Foresto (Italian, active Venice, 1557). Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. (19 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Jeronimo Calepino , Venice. Date: 1564.Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns; only right column is printed upon a grid. Left column consists of a central section that is decorated in the middle with a white dotted flower with curving stems and leaves; the central section is framed on the top and bottom by a border ornamented with other intertwining vines with leaves. Middle column is decorated with a wavy vine with an alternating pattern of white dotted leaves and solid black leaves. Right column is decorated with a central interlace pattern that is flanked on either side by curving vines of leaves and flowers. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 57r) 1604 Johann Sibmacher German Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs.. Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 57r) 682837

Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 22 (recto) 1601 Cesare Vecellio Italian Published by Cesare Vecellio, Italian, Pieve di Cadore 1521-1601 Venice, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with 4 rounded triangular motifs ornamented with an alternating pattern of 2 types of flowers; these motifs exists on top on a rectangular bases ornamented with a pattern of 2 types of flowers. Bottom register is decorated with 4 rounded triangular motifs ornamented with a foliage element characterized by a set of 3 acorns; these motifs exist on top of a rectangular base ornamented with fish and foliage elements.. Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 22 (recto) 661814

Il Monte. Opera Nova di Recami, page 10 (verso) after 1557 Giovanni Antonio Bindoni Italian Designed by Giovanni Antonio Bindoni, published by Giovanni & Marchio Sessa, Venice, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 4 vertical columns. First column is decorated with a floral pattern repeated 5 times. Second column is decorated with 2 twisting lines. Third column is decorated with curving vines with leaves and black fruit with white dots. Fourth column is decorated with an alternating pattern of diamonds and 4-petaled flowers.. Il Monte. Opera Nova di Recami, page 10 (verso) 660602

La Pratique de l'Aiguille, page 34 (recto). Author: Matthias Mignerak. Dedicatee: Dedicated to Marie de Medici (Florence 1575-1642 Colgne). Dimensions: Overall: 9 1/4 x 7 1/16 in. (23.5 x 18 cm). Engraver: Title by Pierre Firens (French, born Paris 1641). Publisher: Published by Jean Le Clerc , Paris. Date: 1605.Written by Matthias Mignerak, title page engraved by Pierre Firens, French, born Paris 1641, dedicated to Marie de Medici, Florence 1575-1642 Cologne, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is decorated with a large ornamented pot of flowers. On the ground to the right of the pot is a snail. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 12 (verso) after 1527 Willem Vosterman Netherlandish Printed by Willem Vosterman.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 horizontal registers. First 2 register are decorated with letters from the alphabet that are printed in black. The third register is divided into 3 sections: left section is decorated with black letters, middle section is decorated with a flower, and right section is decorated with another flower.. Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 12 (verso) 358594

Ein new Modelbuch..., page 15 (verso) October 22, 1524 Johann Schönsperger the Younger German Published by Johann Schӧnsperger the Younger, Zwickau.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a curving white line. Middle column is decorated with a curving vine of leaves and flowers, among which are 2 birds. Right column is decorated with a pattern of horizontal hatch marks.. Ein new Modelbuch..., page 15 (verso) 665929

Eyn new kunstlichboich, page 16v 1529 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne, woodcut border designed by Anton Woensam von Worms, German, active first half 16th century, died 1538.Italian translation of title page, illustrated title page, portrait of Charles V, 46 pages of designs including pages of the alphabet.. Eyn new kunstlichboich, page 16v 680800

. In the four corners there is a circle, of which approximately one third of the outline is missing.

Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 4 (verso) after 1527 Willem Vosterman Netherlandish Printed by Willem Vosterman.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers that are each framed on the top and bottom by a diverse decorative border. Top register is decorated with a pattern of diamonds that contain a quatrefoil motif in the center. Bottom register is decorated with a pattern of 'X's that contain a snowflake in the center.. Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 4 (verso) 358594

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 36r). Artist: Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). Dimensions: Overall: 5 11/16 x 7 1/16 x 3/4 in. (14.5 x 18 x 1.9 cm). Date: 1604.Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Schön newes Modelbuch (Page 55r). Dimensions: Overall: 4 1/2 x 6 11/16 in. (11.5 x 17 cm). Publisher: Sigismundus Latomus (German, active 1599-ca. 1627) , Frankfurt am Main. Date: 1608.Published by Sigismundus Latomus, Frankfurt a.M.Illustrated and hand-colored title page, 94 pages of designs for lace and embroidery. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Three vertical strips with compartments, Daniël Marot (I), 1712 print The compartments are formed by curling edges and leaves. At the top right is a dancing woman with a tambourine. From series with designs for embroidery and Petit Point. print maker: Netherlands (possibly)after own design by: Netherlands (possibly)publisher: Amsterdam paper etching

Flat decoration with wide black moresken. MORESKEN, consisting of two basic motifs that are mirrored, one at the top and bottom of the print and one on both sides.

Splendore delle virtuose giovani, page 12 (recto). Designer: Iseppo Foresto (Italian, active Venice, 1557). Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in. (19 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Jeronimo Calepino , Venice. Date: 1564.Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns printed upon a grid. Left column is decorated at the top with a circle containing a floral element that is followed underneath by curving vines with leaves. Middle column is decorated at the top with a pot of flowers framed by an octagonal shape that connects to curving vines and flowers below. Right column is decorated with a curving vine of white dotted and solid black leaves. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 34r). Artist: Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). Dimensions: Overall: 5 11/16 x 7 1/16 x 3/4 in. (14.5 x 18 x 1.9 cm). Date: 1604.Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Les Secondes Oeuvres, et Subtiles Inventions De Lingerie du Seigneur Federic de Vinciolo Venitien, page 50 (recto) 1603 Federico de Vinciolo Italian Designed by Federic de Vinciolo Venitien, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, dedicated to Catherine de Bourbon, French, 1558-1604.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated in the center with a flower with curving vines, which is flanked on either side by a nude putto holding a standard. Bottom register is decorated in the center with a rabbit standing upon a base, which is flanked on either side by a leaping dog; surrounding these animals are curving vines of leaves and butterflies.. Les Secondes Oeuvres, et Subtiles Inventions De Lingerie du Seigneur Federic de Vinciolo Venitien, page 50 (recto) 358421

Schön newes Modelbuch (Page 17r) 1608 Sigismundus Latomus German Published by Sigismundus Latomus, Frankfurt a.M.Illustrated and hand-colored title page, 94 pages of designs for lace and embroidery.. Schön newes Modelbuch (Page 17r) 685038

Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 15 (recto). Designer: Woodcut border on title signed by Matteo da Treviso (Italian, active 16th century). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 1/2 in. (20 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Nicolò Zoppino (Italian, Ferrara 1478/80-1544 Venice) , Venice. Date: August 1532.Published by Nicolo Zoppino, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Matteo da Treviso, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a figure-8 pattern. Middle column is decorated with a geometric interlace pattern. Right column is decorated with a pattern of squares, each containing 2 overlapping 'S' motifs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Libro quarto. De rechami per elquale se impara in diuersi modi lordine e il modo de recamare...Opera noua, page 5 (recto) ca. 1532 Alessandro Paganino Italian Published by Alessandro Paganini, Italian, active 16th century.Embroidery design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is narrower and is decorated with a curving vine with leaves and 3 birds. Right column is wider and is decorated with a similar curving vine with leaves and 4 birds.. Libro quarto. De rechami per elquale se impara in diuersi modi lordine e il modo de recamare...Opera noua, page 5 (recto). ca. 1532. Woodcut. Alessandro Paganino (Italian, active Salò, Toscolano and Venice, 1511-38)

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Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 33r). Artist: Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). Dimensions: Overall: 5 11/16 x 7 1/16 x 3/4 in. (14.5 x 18 x 1.9 cm). Date: 1604.Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 7 (verso) August 1532 Nicolò Zoppino Italian Published by Nicolo Zoppino, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Matteo da Treviso, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a pattern of 2 birds flanking a central flower. Right column is decorated with twisting vines forming hearts at sides with a vertical line of birds overlapping the vines in the center.. Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 7 (verso) 659762

Schön newes Modelbuch (Page 26r). Dimensions: Overall: 4 1/2 x 6 11/16 in. (11.5 x 17 cm). Publisher: Sigismundus Latomus (German, active 1599-ca. 1627) , Frankfurt am Main. Date: 1608.Published by Sigismundus Latomus, Frankfurt a.M.Illustrated and hand-colored title page, 94 pages of designs for lace and embroidery. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Giardineto novo di punti tagliati et gropposi per exercitio & ornamento delle donne (Venice 1554), page 7 (verso). Binder: Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd (British, active London after 1821). Dimensions: 7-5/8 x 6-3/8 x 1/4 in. (19.4 x 16.2 x 0.6 cm). Publisher: Matteo Pagano (Italian, 1515-1588). Date: 1554.Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, bound by Lloyd, Wallis & Lloyd, British, active London after 1821. From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns printed upon a grid. First column is decorated with a series of ornamented diamonds formed by black triangles, which are separated by other motifs also formed by black triangles. Second column is decorated with a backward 'S' followed by a diamond containing a vase. Third column is decorated with a pattern of black diamonds. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 19 (recto) 1601 Cesare Vecellio Italian Published by Cesare Vecellio, Italian, Pieve di Cadore 1521-1601 Venice, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 horizontal registers. Top register is decorated with a central rectangle containing the upper portion of a flower, which emanates from an element outside of the rectangle (top center); the entire rectangle is surrounded by a curving stem of multiple types of leaves. Bottom register is decorated with 3 squares, each is ornamented with a different floral motif.. Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 19 (recto) 661809

Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 111 (recto) 1601 Cesare Vecellio Italian Published by Cesare Vecellio, Italian, Pieve di Cadore 1521-1601 Venice, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 horizontal registers. Top register is divided into halves; each half is decorated with a different geometric pattern. Middle and bottom registers are each decorated with 3 squares that are ornamented with a different floral motif.. Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 111 (recto) 661962

Ein new Modelbuch..., page 5 (verso). Dimensions: 7 5/16 x 5 3/8 in. (18.5 x 13.6 cm). Publisher: Johann Schönsperger the Younger (German, active 1510-30). Date: October 22, 1524.Published by Johann Schnsperger the Younger, Zwickau.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with coiling acanthus leaves that are connected in the center by a horizontal band. Right column is decorated with a symmetrical pattern of curving acanthus leaves. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Print, Compartimens à lusage des Ciseleurs et Orfevres; Designed by Jean-François de Neufforge (Flemish, 1714 - 1791); France; etching and engraving on laid paper

La Pratique de l'Aiguille, page 48 (recto). Author: Matthias Mignerak. Dedicatee: Dedicated to Marie de Medici (Florence 1575-1642 Colgne). Dimensions: Overall: 9 1/4 x 7 1/16 in. (23.5 x 18 cm). Engraver: Title by Pierre Firens (French, born Paris 1641). Publisher: Published by Jean Le Clerc , Paris. Date: 1605.Written by Matthias Mignerak, title page engraved by Pierre Firens, French, born Paris 1641, dedicated to Marie de Medici, Florence 1575-1642 Cologne, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is decorated in the center with 2 squares that are ornamented with a different floral motif. The squares are framed on the left and right by borders with diverse foliage patterns. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Letter I in an ornamented frame. .

Fragment 16th century Italian. Fragment 230028

Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 32 (verso) 1530 Giovanni Andrea Vavassore Italian Published by Giovanni Andrea (called "Guadagnino") Vavassore, Italian, active 16th century, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:design composed of 3 vertical columns: left is illustrated with figure-8 pattern that is divided into 3 sections: black pattern on black background, white pattern on white background, and black pattern on white grid background, middle is illustrated 4 dragons, and right is illustrated with 4 leaves placed inside 4 circular shapes.. Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 32 (verso) 358316

Germany, Monogrammist GG, Surface decorations and parts of a hilt, decorated with morseques, Surface decoration with wide white morseques, Morseques, consisting of a basic motif in the corner that is mirrored four times. From a series of 42 sheets., print, ornament print, prints, ornament prints, height 49 mm, width 70 mm, German, print maker, printmaker, 1525 - 1550, second quarter 16th century, third quarter 16th century, paper, etching, etchings, Work conception, after a design by, Publication (Event), Publication, publisher

Lucidario di Recami, page 4 (verso) 1564 Iseppo Foresto Italian Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, 1564.From top to bottom, and left to right:First half of a double-paged design composed of 3 sections. First section occupies the majority of the top half and is decorated with an interlace pattern surrounded by foliage. Second section occupies the right corner of the top half; it is decorated with a 4-petaled flower at the center of an interlace motif. Third section occupies the bottom half and is decorated with 2 columns of curving vines of leaves that culminate in a flower at the top (left side).. Lucidario di Recami, page 4 (verso) 660828

Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., page 20 (verso). Dimensions: Overall: 9 13/16 x 7 7/8 in. (25 x 20 cm). Publisher: Matteo Pagano (Italian, 1515-1588) , Venice. Date: 1563.Published by Matteo Pagano, Italian, 1515-1588, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 9 horizontal registers. Each register is decorated with a linear foliage pattern and divided into halves. Each half-register is printed upon an alternating black and white background, which creates an overall checkerboard background for the entire design. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 35r). Artist: Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). Dimensions: Overall: 5 11/16 x 7 1/16 x 3/4 in. (14.5 x 18 x 1.9 cm). Date: 1604.Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Esemplario di Lauori..., page 7 (recto). Designer: Woodcut title signed by Florio Vavassore (Italian, active 16th century). Dimensions: Overall: 8 7/16 x 6 5/16 in. (21.5 x 16 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Giovanni Andrea Vavassore (Italian, active Venice 1530-1573) , Venice. Date: August 1, 1532.Originally published by Giovanni Andrea Vavassore, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Florio Vavassore (Giovanni's brother), Italian, active 16th century. Reissued by Macmillan & Co., British, London and New York.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design shows an illustration of a vase containing 3 irises and 2 tulips set on top of a table. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Wrought Iron Door. Dated: c. 1936. Dimensions: overall: 30.5 x 22.8 cm (12 x 9 in.). Medium: pen and ink and gouache on paper. Museum: National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Author: Al Curry.

Jules Lefevere, Button Rug, c 1936 Button Rug

Print (France)

Three Frisians with rollerwork; Livre D 'Architecture Contenant Plusieurs Beaux Ornementz (...). Frisians, the middle with a variant for the right half, with rollerwork in which grotesken, masks and animals are included. Leaf f from second edition of series, consisting of 24 sheets.

Children at Play (Furnishing Fabric). Printed and Manufactured by Merrimack Manufacturing Company (United States, founded 1823); United States, Massachusetts, Lowell. Date: 1886-1890. Dimensions: 66 x 48.2 cm (26 x 19 in.) Warp repeat: 21.35 cm (8 3/8 in.). Cotton, plain weave; block and engraved roller printed. Origin: Massachusetts. Museum: The Chicago Art Institute, Chicago, USA.

Print, Pour des Bordures; Designed by Jean-François de Neufforge (Flemish, 1714 - 1791); France; etching and engraving on laid paper

Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 30 (recto). Binder: Chambolle-Duru (French, 19th century). Designer: Federico de Vinciolo (Italian, active Paris, ca. 1587-99). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Jean Le Clerc , Paris. Sitter: Frontispiece portrait of Henri III, King of France and Poland (1551-1589); Portrait of Louise de Lorraine-Vaudemont (French, Nomény 1553-1601 Moulins) , Queen of France. Date: 1588.Designed by Federic de Vinciolo, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is in the shape of a triangle with a rounded base. Triangle is ornamented in the center with a large diamond-shaped flower that is framed above by 2 curving registers of floral patterns. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 55 (recto) 1588 Federico de Vinciolo Italian Designed by Federic de Vinciolo, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is decorated with a pattern of vertical zigzagging lines that frame an alternating geometric pattern on the inside.. Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 55 (recto) 358422

Decorative design. .

The Third Knot Made 1507 Germany. Around 1506, Albrecht D¸rer designed a series of six ornate woodcuts of labyrinthine designs after a set of engravings by the school of Leonardo da Vinci, which he may have seen or acquired during an early trip to Italy. Though D¸rer left them unsigned, possibly because he borrowed their source material, he referred in his diary to giving away his series of knots on a trip to the Netherlands, and this title has become standard. These impressions are printed on a thin, nearly translucent Italian paper, which may have influenced scholars to occasionally interpret them as embroidery patterns.. Woodcut in black on ivory laid paper . Albrecht Dürer

Ornament Design, Three Panels. Date: 1776. Pen and ink, brush and watercolor, gouache, over graphite on laid paper. Museum: Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

Poetsch Otto (1848-1915), St. Barbara, Wroclaw. Blacksmith grilles (without a year): View. Tusche watercolor on the box, 37.9 x 24.8 cm (including scan edges)

Lucidario di Recami, page 6 (verso). Designer: Iseppo Foresto (Italian, active Venice, 1557). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 7/8 in. (20 x 15 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Jeronimo Calepino , 1564. Date: 1564.Designed by Iseppo Foresto, published by Jeronimo Calepino, 1564.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is wider and is decorated with central floral element in the shape of heart, which is flanked on either side by another flower. Right column is narrower and is decorated with a curving vine of flowers. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Il Monte. Opera Nova di Recami, page 4 (recto). Binder: Chambolle-Duru (French, 19th century). Designer: Giovanni Antonio Bindoni. Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 11/16 in. (20 x 14.5 cm). Publisher: Giovanni & Marchio Sessa (Italian, active 1557) , Venice. Date: after 1557.Designed by Giovanni Antonio Bindoni, published by Giovanni & Marchio Sessa, Venice, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a vase at the center, flanked on either side by coiling vines with leaves. Middle column is decorated with curving vines of flowers, leaves, and cornucopias. Right column is decorated with a wavy vine of leaves. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Schön Neues Modelbuch (Page 21 recto) 1597 Johann Sibmacher German Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611, published by Caimox, Nürmberg.Illustrated title signed CM and Jo. Sibmacher, 7 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 35 pages of designs for weaving, embroidery, and cut-linen.. Schön Neues Modelbuch (Page 21 recto) 680707

Letter H, from Baluze's 'Histoire générale de la Maison d'Auvergne', Sebastien Leclerc, French, 1637-1714, Etching with engraving on white wove paper, H before a Jerusalem cross and the crown of thorns., France, 1707-08, ephemera, Print, Print

Ceiling, Anonymous, After Jacques Androuet, 1520 - 1584 print Oval cartouche on a diamond -shaped midfield. There are two w ridges of roll work around it. From series of 32 sheets. The cartouches are partly derived from the prints of Antonio Fantuzzi after the decoration of the gallery of François 1er by Giovanni Battista Rosso. The series is also known under the title Petits Cartouches de Fontainebleau. France (possibly) paper etching

Libbretto nouellamete composto per maestro Domenico da Sera...lauorare di ogni sorte di punti, page 17 (recto). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Domenico da Sera (French, active Italy, 16th century). Date: April 12, 1532.Published by Domenico da Sera Lyons.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is decorated with a pattern of diamonds that frame a linear pattern that forms a quatrefoil motif in the center. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Eyn new kunstlichboich, page 7r 1529 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne, woodcut border designed by Anton Woensam von Worms, German, active first half 16th century, died 1538.Italian translation of title page, illustrated title page, portrait of Charles V, 46 pages of designs including pages of the alphabet.. Eyn new kunstlichboich, page 7r 680775

Ein new Modelbuch..., page 8 (recto) October 22, 1524 Johann Schönsperger the Younger German Published by Johann Schӧnsperger the Younger, Zwickau.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with 2 coiling branches of leaves and acorns; along the right edge of the column are 3 "A"s printed in black. Right column is decorated with overlapping curvilinear branches of leaves and flowers.. Ein new Modelbuch..., page 8 (recto) 665928

Convivio delle Belle Donne, page 5 (verso). Designer: Woodcut border on title signed by Matteo da Treviso (Italian, active 16th century). Dimensions: Overall: 7 7/8 x 5 1/2 in. (20 x 14 cm). Published in: Venice. Publisher: Nicolò Zoppino (Italian, Ferrara 1478/80-1544 Venice) , Venice. Date: August 1532.Published by Nicolo Zoppino, Italian, active 16th century, Venice, designed by Matteo da Treviso, Italian, active 16th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 vertical columns. Left column is wider and is decorated with black linear pattern characterized by central heart-shape with leaves at sides that is overlapped by a "W". Right column is narrower and is decorated with curving white vines that attach to decorative ornament in center. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Ein new Modelbuch..., page 13 (recto) October 22, 1524 Johann Schönsperger the Younger German Published by Johann Schӧnsperger the Younger, Zwickau.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 3 vertical columns. Left column is decorated with a curving white line. Middle column is decorated with vines of leaves and fruit that emanate from a grotesque head at the bottom edge. Right column is decorated with a pattern of horizontal hatch marks.. Ein new Modelbuch..., page 13 (recto) 665917

Piece 18th-19th century Japan. Piece 66539

Ornament Fillet. Daniel I Hopfer (German, c. 1470-1536). Engraving;

Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 15r). Dimensions: Overall: 7 11/16 x 5 7/8 in. (19.5 x 15 cm). Publisher: Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne. Date: 1544.Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne.Illustrated title page, architectural border on reverse of title page, 99 pages of designs, arms of Cologne on last page (Merlos 1063.477, Van Worms). Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Léonardo da Vinci (Leonardo di sero da Vinci, dit). "Labyrinth. (Passavant, tome V, p. 183)". Woodcut. 1490-1500. Museum of Fine Arts of the City of Paris, Petit Palais. 146333-4 Print, 16th 16th 16th 16th 16th 16 Central

Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 43r) 1544 Peter Quentel German Published by Peter Guentel, Cologne.Illustrated title page, architectural border on reverse of title page, 99 pages of designs, arms of Cologne on last page (Merlos 1063.477, Van Worms).. Page from Ein new kunstlich Modelbuch...(Page 43r). 1544. Woodcut. Peter Quentel (German, active Cologne, 1518-46) , Cologne

Les Singuliers et Nouveaux Portraicts... page 37 (recto). Binder: Chambolle-Duru (French, 19th century). Designer: Federico de Vinciolo (Italian, active Paris, ca. 1587-99). Dimensions: Overall: 8 1/16 x 6 5/16 in. (20.5 x 16 cm). Publisher: Jean Le Clerc , Paris. Sitter: Frontispiece portrait of Henri III, King of France and Poland (1551-1589); Portrait of Louise de Lorraine-Vaudemont (French, Nomény 1553-1601 Moulins) , Queen of France. Date: 1588.Designed by Federic de Vinciolo, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, bound by Chambolle-Duru, French, 19th century.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 2 sections. Upper section is decorated with 2 rounded triangular motifs ornamented with a different floral pattern, which sit upon a rectangular base formed by 3 squares ornamented in the center with a diverse flower. Lower section is decorated with rounded triangular motifs ornamented with a pattern of semi-circles, which sit upon a rectangular base ornamented with an

Etching by Jean Le Pautre from 1625-1682 showing detailed ornamental engravings, highlighting intricate Baroque design techniques.

Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 54r) 1604 Johann Sibmacher German Designed by Johann Sibmacher, German, active 1590-1611.2 illustrated title pages, 12 pages of text surrounded by decorative borders, and 56 pages of designs.. Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (Page 54r). Johann Sibmacher (German, active 1590-1611). 1604. Etching

Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 116 (recto) 1601 Cesare Vecellio Italian Published by Cesare Vecellio, Italian, Pieve di Cadore 1521-1601 Venice, Venice.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design composed of 4 rows of an alternating pattern of circles and squares. Each shape frames a different creature or animal, including a dragon, dog, monkey, lion, pig, unicorn, elephant, etc.. Corona delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne: Libro I-IV, page 116 (recto) 661967

Les Secondes Oeuvres, et Subtiles Inventions De Lingerie du Seigneur Federic de Vinciolo Venitien, page 47 (recto). Dedicatee: Catherine de Bourbon (French, 1558-1604). Designer: Federico de Vinciolo (Italian, active Paris, ca. 1587-99). Dimensions: Overall: 9 7/16 x 6 1/2 in. (24 x 16.5 cm). Publisher: Jean Le Clerc , Paris. Date: 1603.Designed by Federic de Vinciolo Venitien, published by Jean Le Clerc, Paris, dedicated to Catherine de Bourbon, French, 1558-1604.From top to bottom, and left to right:Design is printed upon a grid and is composed of 3 sections: 2 squares on the left and a vertical rectangle on the right. Each shape is ornamented with a floral and geometric pattern. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

Initial letter D ca. 1495 Anonymous, Italian, 15th century. Initial letter D 700375

Two wide Frisians with black moresken on a white surface, 1528 - 1580 print Leaf belongs to 4 blades from a series of 8. Netherlands (possibly) paper engraving

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