This fine art counted cross-stitch pattern, entitled Cupid and Psyche, designed from a painting by John Roddam Spencer Stanhope, depicts a Greek mythology scene in which Psyche is completely unaware that Cupid is approaching from behind to shoot her with one of his arrows. As a result of this, Psyche will not recognize her own beauty and will attach herself to the lowest, most unattractive of mortal men, not realizing the depth of her beauty. The shooting of the arrow is a punishment from Cupid's mother, Venus who was jealous of Psyche's beauty. Only full cross stitches are used in our patterns. No blended colors are used. Instead, we use a variety of solid colors to achieve a more realistic effect.
Artist: John Roddam Spencer Stanhope
Stitch Count: 324w x 287h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 23-1/8w x 20-1/2h in |
| 16 Count, 20-1/4w X 17-7/8h in |
| 18 Count, 18w X 15-7/8h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 14-5/8w X 13h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 127
What you will receive!!! Our patterns arrive with a color visual photo of finished design, wash and care instructions, handy tips for working the pattern, instruction sheet detailing color of fabric, sizes, a complete color listing including number of skeins to purchase. The pages are safely enclosed in a clear, reclosable polybag.
