Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Step into the exotic, theatrical world of Jazz Age illustration with Life Magazine – November 30, 1922 by W.T. Benda, now transformed into a bold and unforgettable full-coverage cross stitch pattern from Serenity Stitchworks. Featuring a mysterious rider astride a dramatically striped zebra while confronting a poised serpent, this striking composition combines fantasy, fashion, symbolism, and Art Deco glamour into one visually captivating design.
Władysław Teodor “W.T.” Benda was one of the most celebrated illustrators and costume designers of the early 20th century, best known for his iconic magazine covers and his influential decorative masks that became synonymous with the elegance and mystery of the Jazz Age. His artwork blended theatrical costume, exotic imagery, Symbolism, and emerging Art Deco aesthetics, creating highly stylized compositions filled with movement, drama, and visual sophistication.
In this extraordinary Life magazine cover, Benda contrasts the bold black-and-white stripes of the zebra against a luminous blue background while the rider’s vivid red garments, peacock feathers, and leopard pelt create a rich tapestry of texture and color. The composition feels simultaneously mythological, surreal, and fashion-forward, embodying the fascination with exoticism and theatrical fantasy that defined much of 1920s illustration.
The dramatic contrasts, flowing forms, and richly decorative details translate beautifully into cross stitch, creating a visually powerful project filled with movement and personality. Carefully charted to preserve the bold patterns, expressive color palette, and painterly textures of the original artwork, this museum-quality design offers an exciting stitching experience for lovers of vintage illustration and Art Deco style.
Perfect for admirers of Art Deco illustration, Jazz Age fashion, vintage magazine covers, theatrical fantasy art, and museum-quality artistic cross-stitch designs, Life Magazine – November 30, 1922 brings bold glamour and imaginative storytelling 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:
252w 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: 18.00 x 20.57 inches - 457mm x 523mm
18 count: 14.00 x 16.00 inches - 356mm x 406mm
20 count: 12.60 x 14.40 inches - 320mm x 366mm
22 count: 11.45 x 13.09 inches - 291mm 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: 55 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
