Archer with Golden Moon at Dusk
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Archery stands as one of humanity's oldest hunting and combat skills, dating back at least 70,000 years. The bow itself remained a decisive military weapon through the medieval period, with specialized archer units forming the backbone of many armies—English longbowmen, for instance, were legendary for their devastating effectiveness at distance. Today, archery survives as both an Olympic sport and a meditative practice, prized for the blend of patience, precision, and physical discipline it demands. The silhouette of a drawn bow remains an iconic image of focused intent and quiet power.
- Stitch count: 159 x 110
- 29 colors in the palette
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159 x 110 stitches, 29 colors
Pattern description
A silhouetted archer draws back against a luminous golden moon in this warm-toned counted cross stitch pattern. The composition captures a moment of focused tension, with the figure rendered in deep black against a richly layered sky that shifts from burnt orange and rust to muted blue-grey. At 159 × 159 stitches across 29 DMC thread colors, this advanced-level design demands careful attention to blending and shading to achieve the atmospheric depth—the gradient sky alone requires subtle color transitions that reward experienced needleworkers with striking visual impact.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 159 x 110 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 11.4 x 7.9 inches or 289 x 200 mm
Suggested Material Size: 17.3 x 13.8 inches or 439 x 350 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
