Silhouetted Figure Gazing Warm Seascape
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The human figure in silhouette has long held a place in visual art as a symbol of solitude, yearning, and introspection. When positioned overlooking water, it evokes contemplation of vastness and distance—a pose that speaks to the quiet moments we seek when faced with the immensity of the natural world.
- Stitch count: 174 x 129
- 27 colors in the palette
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174 x 129 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
A solitary figure in deep silhouette commands this 174×174-stitch composition, caught in a moment of quiet contemplation overlooking a shimmering sea. The palette transitions from cool ebony in the foreground to warm russet and golden tones across the water, creating a striking atmospheric depth that rewards careful color placement across 27 DMC thread shades.
This advanced-level design demands precision in blending the warm background gradation while maintaining the figure's crisp, dramatic outline against the luminous water. Stitchers working on 14-count Aida will appreciate how the moderate stitch count translates into a manageable yet richly detailed project—ideal for needleworkers ready to tackle complex shading and tonal transitions without committing to an oversized canvas.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 174 x 129 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 12.4 x 9.2 inches or 316 x 234 mm
Suggested Material Size: 18.3 x 15.1 inches or 466 x 384 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
