Still life, with great scarlet poppy

This piece uses cross-stitch embroidery to "pixelate" the original image, simplifying details to explore how we perceive and remember visual information. Part of an ongoing series, it invites viewers to reflect on how much we can recognize—or feel—from partial or abstracted images.

The embroidery is done entirely by hand, stitched directly onto a vintage postcard using fine French cotton thread. The original image features a striking Great Scarlet Poppy, also known as the Persian Poppy.

The postcard measures approximately 3.5" x 5.5" and will arrive in a complimentary frame with an acrylic backing, allowing both sides of the artwork to be viewed. The piece is signed and dated in pencil.

Please note: Due to the postcard’s age, there is minor wear on the edges and corners, as shown in the photos. These marks are part of the piece’s vintage charm and history.