Distinguished gentleman in charcoal bowler hat
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The bowler hat, introduced in London during the 1850s, became the quintessential badge of respectable gentlemen and working-class men alike throughout the 20th century. Its structured felt crown and rolled brim offered both formality and practicality, making it an enduring symbol of Victorian and Edwardian masculinity.
- Stitch count: 113 x 168
- 25 colors in the palette
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113 x 168 stitches 25 colors
Pattern description
This counted cross-stitch portrait captures a dignified man in formal early-20th-century attire, defined by his sharp bowler hat and piercing gaze. The subtle color palette—warm creams, deep charcoals, and muted greens—creates an earthy, nostalgic mood that evokes vintage photography and classical portraiture.
At 113×113 stitches across 25 DMC thread colors, this intermediate-level design rewards patient needleworkers with rich tonal variation and realistic facial detail. The composition's direct, shoulder-length framing works beautifully on 14-count Aida, making it an ideal project for those ready to move beyond simple geometric patterns into portraiture. Frame it as a standalone artwork or include it in a gallery wall celebrating classic men's fashion and character studies.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 113 x 168 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 8.1 x 12 inches or 205 x 305 mm
Suggested Material Size: 14 x 17.9 inches or 355 x 455 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
