Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Celebrate the timeless beauty of the human form with The Bather by William-Adolphe Bouguereau, transformed into a museum-quality full-coverage cross stitch pattern by Serenity Stitchworks.
One of the great masters of French Academic painting, Bouguereau was renowned for his extraordinary technical skill, luminous skin tones, and idealized classical figures. In The Bather, he presents a serene nude figure seated among rocky coastal cliffs beside the sea, captured in a quiet moment of contemplation and grace.
The painting reflects Bouguereau’s mastery of realism blended with classical elegance. Soft natural lighting, delicate flesh tones, flowing white fabric, and tranquil blue waters create a peaceful and refined atmosphere. Every subtle transition of color and shadow contributes to the lifelike quality for which Bouguereau became famous.
The composition balances intimacy and sophistication, with graceful lines and carefully controlled anatomy that evoke the influence of Renaissance and Neoclassical traditions. The calm coastal setting enhances the painting’s sense of stillness and timeless beauty.
This artistic cross-stitch design has been carefully charted to preserve the soft shading, luminous textures, gentle color transitions, and painterly realism of the original masterpiece. The result is a rewarding stitching experience filled with elegance, subtle detail, and fine art refinement.
Perfect for admirers of Bouguereau, Academic art, classical figure painting, French realism, and museum-quality artistic cross-stitch designs, The Bather brings timeless beauty and refined craftsmanship to your stitching collection.
- 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:
202w x 324h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 14.43 x 23.14 inches - 366mm x 588mm
18 count: 11.22 x 18.00 inches - 285mm x 457mm
20 count: 10.10 x 16.20 inches - 257mm x 411mm
22 count: 9.18 x 14.73 inches - 233mm x 374mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 74 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
