Corona delle nobili et virtuose donne. Fatti da Lugretia Romana
Title:
Corona delle nobili et virtuose donne. Fatti da Lugretia Romana
Description:
This series of four lace-pattern books published by Italian engraver and painter Cesare Vecellio first appeared from 1591-1596. At the time, lace was used extravagantly on both male and female clothing, as well as on linens. This series was the most extensive collection of lace patterns published to that point, and it was frequently reprinted. The dedication page of the fourth volume (dated 1616) is signed by Isabetta Alberti, who writes, “I came upon them [the lace designs] by chance and by means of my prints may works invented with such exquisiteness and diligence not remain in the shadows.”
Creator:
Vecellio, Cesare
Publisher:
Alessandro de' Vecchi
Date:
1625
Coverage:
Venice
Display Date:
1625
Hover Text:
Isabetta Alberti — artist
Published Item:
P
Item Index:
7
Item Sort:
1600s
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