Regular and Large print chart included
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Gloucester Harbor by Edward Hopper captures the quiet beauty of a New England coastal town bathed in soft morning light. Painted in 1912, this early work reveals Hopper’s growing interest in architectural forms, atmospheric light, and the calm, reflective mood that would later define many of his most celebrated paintings.
The composition overlooks Gloucester Harbor in Massachusetts, where sailboats drift peacefully among clustered houses and weathered waterfront buildings. Hopper uses simplified forms and muted tones of blue, gray, cream, and soft earth colors to create a tranquil maritime scene filled with light and open air. The gently curving sails and layered rooftops guide the eye through the harbor while preserving a sense of stillness and quiet observation.
Unlike the dramatic urban isolation of Hopper’s later work, Gloucester Harbor reflects a softer Impressionist influence, emphasizing sunlight, atmosphere, and coastal charm. The painting balances realism with subtle abstraction, allowing broad shapes and restrained brushwork to suggest the rhythm of harbor life without unnecessary detail. The result is peaceful, timeless, and distinctly American.
Hopper frequently visited Gloucester during the early years of his career, finding inspiration in its fishing boats, shoreline architecture, and luminous coastal environment. These experiences helped shape his lifelong fascination with light, structure, and the emotional tone of place.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates the soft colors, luminous harbor reflections, and quiet coastal atmosphere of Hopper’s original painting. The layered rooftops, graceful sailboats, and airy palette make this an especially rewarding project for stitchers who love maritime scenes, American Impressionism, and peaceful landscape designs.
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Design Size:
324w x 225h 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 16.07 inches - 588mm x 408mm
18 count: 18.00 x 12.50 inches - 457mm x 318mm
20 count: 16.20 x 11.25 inches - 411mm x 286mm
22 count: 14.73 x 10.23 inches - 374mm x 260mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 66 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
