This fine art counted cross stitch pattern entitled Hope designed from a painting by George Frederick Watts shows a woman who is blindfolded sitting on a large globe playing a lyre with broken strings all except one. The woman symbolizes hope in times of despair which she cannot see due to being blindfolded, but persists in believing the world is not devoid of hope in situations of great sadness. I love the glow and metallic sheen in gold and green in this setting, and the textures in the background and globe are in contrast with the smooth sheen on the woman's body. This is a beautiful pattern indeed! Only full cross stitches are used in our patterns. No blended colors are used. We only use an abundance of solid colors as it produces a more realistic effect.
Artist: George Frederick Watts
Stitch Count: 324w x 447h
Fabric: Aida, Antique White
Four approximate finished sizes:
14,16,18 and 22 Count
Final Pattern Sizes: |
14 Count, 23-1/8w X 31-7/8h in |
16 Count, 20-1/4wX 27-7/8h in |
18 Count, 18w X 24-3/4h in (Kit comes in 18 count size) |
22 Count, 14-5/8w X 20-1/4h 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.