Regular and Large print chart included
Pattern Keeper compatible
An Old Man from Olonets by Boris Grigoriev is a deeply expressive portrait that captures the strength, dignity, and weathered humanity of rural life in northern Russia. Painted in Grigoriev’s distinctive modernist style, the work combines sharp angular forms with emotional realism, creating a portrait that feels both intimate and monumental.
The subject’s deeply lined face, piercing eyes, and flowing white beard tell the story of a life shaped by hardship, endurance, and tradition. His dark hat and roughened hands contrast against the pale window behind him, while Grigoriev’s fragmented brushwork and faceted forms give the portrait a raw emotional intensity. Rather than pursuing strict realism, Grigoriev infused his portraits with psychological depth, allowing the personality and spirit of the sitter to emerge through expressive color and structure.
Born in Russia in 1886, Boris Grigoriev became known for his portraits of Russian peasants and rural communities, often portraying them with a blend of realism, symbolism, and early Expressionist influence. An Old Man from Olonets reflects this fascination with the resilience and character of ordinary people, transforming a simple portrait into a powerful artistic statement about age, memory, and survival.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates the textured brushwork, muted earth tones, and emotional depth of the original painting. The dramatic lighting and strong facial details make this an especially compelling project for stitchers who appreciate portraiture, Russian modern art, and expressive artistic designs.
Perfect for lovers of character studies, vintage portraiture, and museum-quality cross-stitch patterns, this design creates a striking finished piece filled with atmosphere, history, and emotion.
This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
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Design Size:
276w x 288h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 19.71 x 20.57 inches - 501mm x 523mm
18 count: 15.33 x 16.00 inches - 389mm x 406mm
20 count: 13.80 x 14.40 inches - 351mm x 366mm
22 count: 12.55 x 13.09 inches - 319mm x 333mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 77 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
