Five Chestnut Horses Galloping Across Golden Fields
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Horses have galloped alongside human civilization for millennia, domesticated roughly 6,000 years ago on the steppes of Central Asia. Chestnut coloring — ranging from light copper to deep mahogany — is one of the most common coat colors in horses worldwide, produced by a recessive gene that creates those warm, luminous tones. A herd in open pasture, moving together, reflects the horse's deeply social nature; in the wild, horses form tight family bands for protection and companionship, and they remain herd animals even under domestication, thriving alongside other equines.
- Stitch count: 455 x 334
- 27 colors in the palette
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455 x 334 stitches 27 colors
Pattern description
This 455-stitch counted cross-stitch pattern captures a dynamic herd of rich chestnut horses in full stride across a sun-warmed meadow beneath a soft, cloud-dappled sky. With 27 DMC thread colors layering warm russets, deep browns, golden yellows, and sky blues, the design creates striking depth and movement across the canvas. The advanced skill level rewards patient stitchers with detailed musculature and flowing manes that bring each horse to life, making this a rewarding project for experienced needleworkers seeking a bold, nature-inspired focal piece.
Material Type: Aida Generic White
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 455 x 334 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 32.5 x 23.9 inches or 826 x 606 mm
Suggested Material Size: 38.4 x 29.8 inches or 976 x 756 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
