Truth Coming Out of Her Well to Shame Mankind Cross Stitch Pattern – Jean-Léon Gérôme
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Pattern Details:
- PatternKeeper Compatible
- Five finished sizes to choose from
- Regular and large print charts included
- Detailed instructions and floss amount conversion chart included
- Full stitches only - no half or quarters stitches, no backstitching
Explore one of the most provocative and unforgettable works of 19th-century academic art with Truth Coming Out of Her Well to Shame Mankind Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by the masterpiece by Jean-Léon Gérôme.
Painted in 1896, this dramatic allegorical work depicts Truth emerging from a dark well, confronting humanity with uncompromising intensity. Gérôme’s powerful composition combines symbolism, realism, and emotional force, creating a painting that has captivated viewers for generations. The stark contrast between illuminated flesh tones and the surrounding darkness heightens the painting’s theatrical atmosphere and psychological tension.
Known for his extraordinary technical precision and classical training, Gérôme created works that balanced historical realism with symbolic meaning. Truth Coming Out of Her Well to Shame Mankind remains one of his most discussed and visually striking paintings—an image both haunting and unforgettable.
This museum-quality, full-coverage cross stitch pattern carefully translates the dramatic lighting, rich tonal variation, and fine detail of the original artwork into thread. The result is an immersive stitching experience and a finished piece with exceptional visual impact.
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Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Finished Design Sizes:
X-Small Pattern:
225w x 288h stitches
14 count: 16.07 x 20.57 inches - 408mm x 523mm
18 count: 12.50 x 16.00 inches - 318mm x 406mm
20 count: 11.25 x 14.40 inches - 286mm x 366mm
22 count: 10.23 x 13.09 inches - 260mm x 333mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 76 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Small Pattern:
254w x 324h stitches
14 count: 18.14 x 23.14 inches - 461mm x 588mm
18 count: 14.11 x 18.00 inches - 358mm x 457mm
20 count: 12.70 x 16.20 inches - 323mm x 411mm
22 count: 11.55 x 14.73 inches - 293mm x 374mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 93 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Medium Pattern:
282w x 360h stitches
14 count: 20.14 x 25.71 inches - 512mm x 653mm
18 count: 15.67 x 20.00 inches - 398mm x 508mm
20 count: 14.10 x 18.00 inches - 358mm x 457mm
22 count: 12.82 x 16.36 inches - 326mm x 416mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 94 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
Large Pattern:
338w x 432h stitches
14 count: 21.14 x 30.86 inches - 613mm x 784mm
18 count: 18.78 x 24.00 inches - 477mm x 610mm
20 count: 16.90 x 21.60 inches - 429mm x 549mm
22 count: 15.36 x 19.64 inches - 390mm x 499mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 93 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors
X-Large Pattern:
366w x 468h stitches
14 count: 26.14 x 33.43 inches - 664mm x 849mm
18 count: 20.33 x 26.00 inches - 516mm x 660mm
20 count: 18.30 x 23.40 inches - 465mm x 594mm
22 count: 16.64 x 21.27 inches - 423mm x 540mm
Number of floss colors in the design: 93 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
