This fine art counted cross-stitch pattern entitled The Chess Players designed from a painting by Giulio Rosati shows an elegant group of aristocratic men and women, including a cardinal in vibrant red robes, gathered around a small table engrossed in a game of chess within an opulent, gilded parlor. The still afternoon air carries the faint scent of polished wood, rich perfumes, and fresh floral arrangements, capturing the quiet elegance of the palace room. Like myself, you will be deeply moved by the way the warm light plays across the heavy fabrics and gilded frames, rendering the captured moment simply stunning! 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: Giulio Rosati
Stitch Count: 450w x 288h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 32-1/8w X 20-1/2h in |
| 16 Count, 28-1/8w X 18h in |
| 18 Count, 25w X 16h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 20-3/8w X 13h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 164
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.