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Bearded Scholar in Warm Rustic Tones

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Ibn Sina (980–1037), known in the Latin West as Avicenna, stands as one of history's most influential polymaths. A Persian physician, philosopher, and theologian, he synthesized Greek, Islamic, and Indian learning into works that shaped medicine and metaphysics across continents for centuries. His *Canon of Medicine* became the standard medical text in European universities well into the Renaissance, cementing his legacy as a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern science.

  • Stitch count: 122 x 156
  • 13 colors in the palette
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Bearded Scholar in Warm Rustic Tones free cross-stitch pattern

122 x 156 stitches 13 colors

Pattern description

This portrait captures a thoughtful figure in profile, rendered in rich warm tones of tan, gold, and deep brown across 122 × 122 stitches. The soft, muted palette creates an antique quality that feels both dignified and introspective, while the careful gradation of thread colors builds genuine depth into the facial features and draped fabric.

The intermediate-level needlework uses 13 DMC colors to achieve subtle shading and texture throughout. Stitching this counted cross-stitch design on Aida fabric will reward patient work with a portrait of genuine presence—the kind of piece that commands a quiet spot on a study wall or library shelf.

Fans of historical figures and classical portraiture will appreciate how this warm, sepia-toned approach honors the subject with scholarly dignity. The finished piece makes a meaningful gift for academics, students, or anyone drawn to the wisdom traditions of the Islamic Golden Age—a handcrafted reminder of intellectual legacy that deepens with display.

Material Type: Aida Generic White

Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm

Design Size: 122 x 156 stitches

Sewn Design Size: 8.7 x 11.1 inches or 221 x 283 mm

Suggested Material Size: 14.6 x 17 inches or 371 x 433 mm

Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands