Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo..., page 27 (verso) 1563

This is a page from 'Trionfo Di Virtu. Libro Novo…', made in Venice by Matteo Pagano in the 16th century. The repeating geometric patterns, meticulously arranged, evoke a deeper, almost primal sense of order and harmony. Consider the recurring motifs; the star, the cross, the lozenge. These are not merely decorative. They are symbols, each carrying a weight of cultural memory. The star, for instance, has appeared across civilizations. It has resurfaced, evolved, and taken on new meanings in different historical contexts. What emerges is a sense of the non-linear, cyclical progression of these symbols, echoes of ancient beliefs and rituals subtly encoded in the fabric of everyday life. These patterns resonate with earlier symbols found in textiles from various cultures, revealing a powerful subconscious connection through shared visual language, engaging viewers on a deep, often unspoken level.