Paper embroidery pattern

Print with embroidery motifs, attributed to Daniel Meijer, dated between 1618-1623. Print with embroidery motifs, attributed to Daniel Meijer, dated between 1618-1623. Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, acc. no. RP-P-1956-424.

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam holds a paper pattern (149 x 113 mm) for embroidery motifs. The patterns, together with other examples that are also housed in the Rijksmuseum, are attributed to Daniel Meijer and are dated to the years between 1618 and 1623. The print was published in Paris. The patterns were designed for goldwork embroidery with gemstones, and may have been used for emblems for high-status people.

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