This is The Creation of Adam, taking its divine inspiration from Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel in the Vatican. From the hand of the Renaissance genius, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564), this timeless masterpiece continues to astound art lovers, fascinate art historians, and influence generations of artists. Faithfully adapted for your stitching pleasure, this authentic reproduction for cross stitch by the Fine Arts Heritage Society Artists will become a centerpiece in your home. Friends and family will also love the cross-stitch kit, with its elegant Zweigart Cashell linen and brilliant DMC embroidery floss. Stitch this glorious masterpiece and share in Michelangelo's crowning achievement.
The artist's abundant imagination conceives the dramatic moment of creation with keen ingenuity. Depicted as never before in the history of art, the mighty God flies through the heavens, forcefully outstretching His right index to the first man. In a gesture of infinite subtlety, the expectant Adam languidly mirrors the movement, reaching out his own hand to meet the Creator's animating spark. Imagine the pride you will fill featuring this impressive project over your mantel or sofa.
Size: 25" x 10"
Kit contains: Easy to read oversized charted pattern, 28 count Zweigart cashel linen (equivalent in color to floss DMC #3033), carded DMC cotton floss threads, (40 colors)and 1 color DMC rayon thread, needle, symbol chart, stitching instructions & diagrams, brief Artwork history, no backstitching.