This fine art counted cross-stitch pattern entitled Leda and the Swan designed from a painting by Paul Prosper Tillier shows a graceful figure reclining upon a red cloth beside a magnificent white swan in a quiet woodland glade. In Greek mythology, the story portrays Leda, the Queen of Sparta, who was admired for her incredible beauty by Zeus, the king of the gods. To draw near to her without revealing his divine form, Zeus transformed himself into a swan. French painter Paul Prosper Tillier captures the ancient tale with a gentle, romantic sensibility, focusing on the calm interaction between the figures within an intimate, moonlit forest glade rather than dramatic conflict. You might imagine the soft scent of damp moss and wild river reeds drifting on a gentle evening breeze. Every delicate shadow captures the quiet elegance of peak twilight across her pale skin. Our patterns use only full cross stitches. No blended colors are used. Instead, we use a variety of solid colors to achieve a more realistic effect.
Artist: Paul Prosper Tillier
Stitch Count: 468w x 270h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 33-3/8w X 19-1/4h in |
| 16 Count, 29-1/4w X 16-7/8h in |
| 18 Count, 26w X 15h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 21-1/4w X 12-1/4h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 122
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.
