This fine art counted cross-stitch pattern entitled The Cardinal's Garden designed from a painting by Thomas Edwin Mostyn shows a magnificent, sun-dappled estate where towering cypress trees and vibrant flower beds frame a classical archway. Notice the grand, romantic scale of the Mediterranean sanctuary, capturing the dramatic interplay between deep shadows and the brilliant light of the high sun. The visual palette is a rich, operatic collection of fiery autumn oranges and deep emerald greens, beautifully contrasted by the cool, electric blues of the sky peaking through the canopy and the soft, dusty pinks of blooming shrubs. This pattern is for lovers of Edwardian Romanticism and grand garden vistas like myself, who appreciate the masterly way light can define architectural spaces within nature. The scene captures the essence of a quiet afternoon in a private paradise, where every shadow feels cool, and every leaf seems to glow with intensity. 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: Thomas Edwin Mostyn
Stitch Count: 360w x 263h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
| Final Pattern Sizes: |
| 14 Count, 25-5/8w X 18-3/4h in |
| 16 Count, 22-1/2w X 16-3/8h in |
| 18 Count, 20w X 14-1/2h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
| 22 Count, 16-1/4w X 11-7/8h in |
*Please Note: The above dimensions do not include frame or mat.
Number of Colors Used: 136
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.
