This fine art counted cross-stitch pattern entitled Venus designed from a painting by Henri Pierre Picou shows the breathtaking classical goddess reclining completely nude within a massive, pearlescent seashell resting on a dark, mysterious shoreline under a dramatic twilight sky. In creating this piece, Picou wanted to emphasize the ideal beauty and sensuality of academic mythology, finding inspiration in the soft, glowing contrast of porcelain skin against a deep, churning ocean. The visual palette is a captivating mix of luminous ivory tones, deep oceanic teals, and dark, moody greys, beautifully highlighted by the delicate pink iridescent trim of the shell. This pattern is for lovers of French Academic painting and romantic mythological art who appreciate the masterly way light can drape over the human form. Also, we can appreciate the way 19th-century masters captured a sense of poetic, timeless allure. The scene captures the essence of a mystical coast where the soft moonlight creates a feeling of profound wonder. 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: Henri Pierre Picou
Stitch Count: 414w x 296
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 29-1/2w X 21-1/8h in |
| 16 Count, 25-7/8w X 18-1/2h in |
| 18 Count, 23w X 16-3/8h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 18-3/4w X 13-3/8h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 137
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.
