Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne..., page 40 (recto)
Written by Isabella Catanea Parasole, Italian, ca. 1575-ca. 1625, published by Mauritio Bona, Rome.
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Design consists of a central component that is divided into 4 rectangular section that are printed upon a grid. Top left section is decorated with a central floral element resembling a heart with stems that curve outward. Top right section is decorated with a central interlace motif that is surrounded by leaves on all sides. Bottom left section is decorated with a curving vine of leaves. Bottom right section is decorated with a flower that has leaves that form a heart shape around it. The entire design is framed by decorative borders on all sides.
From top to bottom, and left to right:
Design consists of a central component that is divided into 4 rectangular section that are printed upon a grid. Top left section is decorated with a central floral element resembling a heart with stems that curve outward. Top right section is decorated with a central interlace motif that is surrounded by leaves on all sides. Bottom left section is decorated with a curving vine of leaves. Bottom right section is decorated with a flower that has leaves that form a heart shape around it. The entire design is framed by decorative borders on all sides.
Artwork Details
- Title: Teatro delle Nobili et Virtuose Donne..., page 40 (recto)
- Author: Isabella Catanea Parasole (Italian, ca. 1565/70–ca. 1625)
- Publisher: Mauritio Bona , Rome
- Date: 1616
- Medium: Woodcut, engraving
- Dimensions: Overall: 7 1/2 x 10 7/16 in. (19 x 26.5 cm)
- Classifications: Books, Prints, Ornament & Architecture
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1919
- Object Number: 19.51(40)
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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