This fine art counted cross stitch pattern entitled Ariadne Abandoned by Theseus, designed from a painting by Angelica Kauffmann, shows, according to Greek mythology, Ariadne abandoned on the Island of Naxos after her lover Theseus had escaped from the ravages of a Minotaur with Ariadne's help. She lies helpless and pitiful, weeping on a makeshift divan, terribly upset with her lover's behavior, as her actions to free him from danger, including her love for him, apparently meant nothing to him. She is dressed in a filmy gown of ecru as she lies on a divan draped in a blanket of carmine that dominates the scene in color and beauty. She is sheltered by an overhang of rocks as she awaits her own fate; yet she is having a difficult time dealing with the abandonment. 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: Angelica Kauffmann
Stitch Count: 414w x 289h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18, and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 29-1/2w X 20-5/8h in |
| 16 Count, 25-7/8w X 18h in |
| 18 Count, 23w X 16h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 18-3/4w X 13-1/8h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 115
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.
