Stumpwork Panel: Story of David and Bathsheba

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts an embroidered panel titled "Stumpwork Panel: Story of David and Bathsheba". The panel features a predominantly off-white background with a green border. The embroidery includes various scenes and elements such as people, animals, plants, and buildings. There are several human figures, some dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and various creatures including birds, deer, and a bear. The panel showcases a range of stitching techniques and materials, including raised and textured elements. The scenes appear to be biblical in nature, specifically depicting the story of David and Bathsheba. The panel's edges are rough and frayed, suggesting it is an antique or vintage piece. The overall design is intricate and detailed, with a mix of realistic and stylized elements. The color palette is muted, with earthy tones such as beige, brown, green, and blue.