Januar – wall piece – Ole Kortzau (OK)

Januar – wall piece – Ole Kortzau (OK)

Love for Denmark

Cross Stitch of the Year 1990

January – wall piece – Ole Kortzau (OK) is an embroidery in which the winter landscape unfolds in calm, horizontal layers. The motif depicts open fields in gently rolling terrain. Snow lies as light surfaces between green and golden stretches of farmland. Above, the sky extends across the landscape with fine horizontal clouds that emphasise the season’s clear and cool light.

The composition is structured in distinct bands. At the bottom, dense vegetation with dark green shrubs forms a base, where small red berries break the surface and add warm accents. The middle section opens toward the fields, and curved lines lead the eye into the image, creating a sense of depth. At the top, the light tone of the sky provides a quiet conclusion. The horizontal rhythm gives the motif balance and a graphic expression.

The colour scheme is measured and clear. Cool blue tones in the sky interact with the green fields, while yellow areas highlight the low winter sunlight. Danish Flower Thread gives the embroidery vibrant and saturated colour depth. The fine HF linen 12B supports the details and provides the surface with a natural texture.

As a wall piece, this embroidery serves as an atmospheric representation of the beginning of the year. It works both as a standalone motif and as part of a series depicting the months of the year. For retailers, the design offers a classic landscape with a strong seasonal character, appealing to customers who value Danish design, nature motifs and carefully crafted embroidery in quality materials.