Diamond Embroidery Pattern from 16th Century Blackwork Collar

This diamond blackwork embroidery pattern can be found on the Hans Holbein the Younger miniature portrait of Mrs. Jane Small, formerly Mrs. Pemberton, from 1536. 

 

 

Holbein stitch, also referred to as double-running stitch or Spanish stitch, is a reversible counted stitch used in early 16th century blackwork embroidery.

 

Picture credit: 

- Holbein, Hans. “Mrs Jane Small, formerly Mrs Pemberton.” V&A Museum. https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O16583/mrs-jane-small-formerly-mrs-portrait-miniature/.