Medusa Needlepoint Canvas - 13 mesh

Introducing this gorgeous gorgon, Medusa. 🐍

This hand painted design comes in 2 color ways and is 6x9” on 13 mesh. This listing is for the canvas only. 

Medusa originated in Greek mythology as one of three gorgons, creatures depicted as winged human-like women with snakes in place of hair. Those who gazed into her eyes would be turned to stone. Her myth and story includes tragedy, loss, sexual violence, and worse. Her fierce visage combined with lethal power embodies the archetype of female rage.

Today, Medusa’s image has become popular among sexual assault survivors, with many women tattooing her frightening form onto themselves. Medusa tattoos invert the narrative that women should be punished in the wake of being sexually abused. In other words, Medusa has become a symbol of strength and survival for sexual assault victims.

Medusa is for anyone who resonates with her. For those who appreciate mythology, art, history, snakes, or the strength of womanhood, Medusa may have a place in your heart.

This hand painted needlepoint canvas design is 6" tall by 9" wide, hand painted on 13 mesh. 

Thread recommendations for blue colorway:

• Milan 1651 
• Milan 1650
• Milan 1648
• Milan 1646
• Milan 1531
• Milan 1562
• Milan 1563
• Milan 1564
• Milan 1558

Thread recommendations for teal green colorway:

• Milan 1668
• Milan 1737
• Milan 1819
• Milan 1821
• Milan 1579
• Milan 1576
• Milan 1575
• Milan 1572
• Milan 1554
• Milan 1571A