Regular and Large print chart included
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Urban Landscape with Tracks and Stacks by Ignaz Epper is a striking Expressionist cityscape filled with movement, tension, and industrial energy. Painted in 1920, the composition transforms an urban rail yard into a dramatic vision of modern life, where glowing red pathways, towering smokestacks, sweeping railway lines, and angular buildings pulse with emotional intensity beneath a turbulent sky.
Swiss Expressionist artist Ignaz Epper used bold color contrasts, exaggerated perspective, and energetic brushwork to convey the raw atmosphere of industrialization and the changing modern world. In this powerful composition, the converging train tracks and sharp architectural forms create a sense of motion and unease, while the fiery reds and deep blues intensify the emotional impact of the scene. The distorted perspective and expressive texture reflect the hallmark qualities of Expressionism, emphasizing mood and psychological energy over realism.
This museum-quality full-coverage cross-stitch pattern beautifully recreates the vibrant color palette, dramatic brushstrokes, and dynamic geometry of the original painting. The glowing reds, layered textures, and architectural details create a visually captivating stitching experience that results in a bold and unforgettable finished piece.
Perfect for lovers of Expressionist art, industrial cityscapes, railroad imagery, and modern artistic cross-stitch designs, this pattern brings the energy and drama of early 20th-century urban life into your stitching collection.
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Design Size:
324w x 323h 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 23.07 inches - 588mm x 586mm
18 count: 18.00 x 17.94 inches - 457mm x 456mm
20 count: 16.20 x 16.15 inches - 412mm x 410mm
22 count: 14.73 x 14.68 inches - 374mm x 373mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 67 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
