Regular and Large print chart included
Pattern Keeper compatible
Boar Lane, Leeds by John Atkinson Grimshaw is a magnificent Victorian cityscape that captures the glow, atmosphere, and quiet drama of urban life after dark. Painted in 1881, the scene transforms an ordinary street in Leeds into a luminous vision of wet cobblestones, glowing shop windows, and mist-filled evening light.
Renowned for his mastery of nocturnal scenes, Grimshaw became celebrated for his extraordinary ability to paint light reflecting on rain-soaked streets and shimmering through foggy skies. In Boar Lane, Leeds, the golden reflections from gas lamps and storefronts ripple across the pavement, while shadowy figures move through the city beneath a glowing evening sky. The dramatic architecture and expansive perspective draw the viewer deep into the bustling Victorian street, balancing realism with a poetic sense of atmosphere.
Unlike many artists of the era who romanticized the countryside, Grimshaw found beauty in industrial cities and urban streetscapes. His paintings often evoke both mystery and nostalgia, capturing fleeting moments of quietness amid city life. The subtle lighting effects, moody clouds, and reflective surfaces in Boar Lane, Leeds make this artwork especially captivating for stitchers who appreciate atmospheric detail and architectural depth.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates the luminous glow, intricate buildings, and rich tonal variations of the original painting. Perfect for lovers of Victorian art, city scenes, and moody nocturnes, this design creates a striking finished piece filled with elegance, history, and cinematic atmosphere.
The original painting resides at Leeds City Art Gallery (England).
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:
324w x 202h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 23.14 x 14.43 inches - 588mm x 366mm
18 count: 18.00 x 11.22 inches - 457mm - 285mm
20 count: 16.20 x 10.10 inches - 411mm x 257mm
22 count: 14.73 x 9.18 inches - 374mm x 233mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width
Number of floss colors in the design: 65 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
