This fine art counted cross stitch pattern entitled The Dream of Saint Joseph designed from a painting by Anton Raphael Mengs shows a weary Saint Joseph resting his head on his hand while a radiant, golden-haired angel leans over him to offer divine guidance. In creating this piece, the artist wanted to emphasize the profound spiritual connection between the earthly and the celestial, capturing the moment of revelation with emotional clarity. The visual palette is a dramatic study in tenebrism, featuring deep, velvety shadows that make the warm amber glow of the angel’s halo and the rich terracotta of Joseph’s robes appear to vibrate with life. This pattern is for religious and classical art lovers like myself who appreciate the powerful storytelling of the Neoclassical period and the masterful rendering of light as a symbol of hope. The scene captures the essence of a humble workshop transformed by a heavenly presence. 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: Anton Raphael Mengs
Stitch Count: 324w x 428h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 23-1/8w X 30-1/2h in |
| 16 Count, 20-1/4w X 26-3/4h in |
| 18 Count, 18w X 23-3/4h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 14-5/8w X 19-3/8h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 101
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.
