Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., page 30 (recto)

This woodcut, from Matteo Pagano's 1563 pattern book, “Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo...” (Triumph of Virtue. New Book...), presents a complex, symmetrical design intended for embroidery or lace. The page is filled with a repeating geometric pattern, featuring interlocking quatrefoils and stylized floral motifs that create a sense of continuous movement across the surface. This type of pattern book was essential for artisans in Renaissance Venice, providing intricate templates for decorative arts. The precision of the woodcut medium allowed for the reproduction of these elaborate designs, making them accessible to a wider audience of needleworkers and lace makers. The work exemplifies the era's appreciation for order and decorative richness, translating abstract patterns into a practical guide for textile creation.