TL;DR: Breitner's Girl in a White Kimono can be made yourself as a pre-printed cross-stitch kit or as a Paint by Numbers. A refined, atmospheric portrait full of soft white tones.
About the painting
George Hendrik Breitner, the great painter of Amsterdam city life, created a series of portraits of a young woman in a white kimono in the late 19th century. The oriental motif was immensely popular at the time (Japonism). Breitner painted it loosely and atmospherically, with an emphasis on light and texture — a highlight of Dutch Impressionism.
Option 1: Embroidering Girl in a White Kimono (cross-stitch)
The cross-stitch kit is pre-printed on 11CT canvas, so no counting is necessary. You embroider the subtle white and cream tones with soft accents in blue and pink — a refined, relaxing challenge. Complete with premium eco-cotton thread, needles, and a Dutch manual.
Option 2: Girl in a White Kimono as Paint by Numbers
With Paint by Numbers, you color the portrait section by section with numbered pens on premium canvas. For the delicate white tones, we recommend 36 or 48 colors.
Embroidering or coloring — which suits you?
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Cross-stitch for the tranquility and texture of true handcraft.
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Paint by Numbers for quick results without experience.
Undecided? Read our comparison of Paint by Numbers vs. cross-stitch.
Frequently asked questions
Is this portrait suitable for beginners?
The soft white tones require some patience, but thanks to the pre-printed canvas, it's quite manageable. Optionally, choose a smaller size to start with.
How many colors for the Paint by Numbers version?
For the subtle transitions in white, we recommend 36 or 48 colors.
Is this also available as Paint by Numbers?
Yes, check out the Paint by Numbers version.
Conclusion
Creating Breitner's Girl in a White Kimono yourself is a refined, soothing project. Choose your technique and bring this impressionistic portrait to life step by step.