The Greek Talisman - Short Sleeve Shirt

Design Inspired by 15th century Talismanic Shirts.

Reference: “Theory and Practice of Design - An advanced textbook on decorative art” - Frank Jackson (1894).

“Without the myth, all cultures lose their healthy, creative, natural energy ” - Friedrich Nietzsche, The Birth of Tragedy.

Centaurs, roaming the mountains of Thessaly, embody the conflict between primal instincts and rationality. Harpies, with the sudden and swift movements, symbolise the untamed aspects of nature. They represent sudden events and swift justice, reminding us the unpredictability of life and the consequences of our actions. At the gates of Thebes, Sphinx challenges travelers with her enigmatic riddles. A metaphor of intellectual challenges, leading to the pursuit of knowledge and lucidity. In Tyrrhenian Sea, Sirens use their hypnotic songs to lure sailors to their doom. They symbolise the dangers of temptation and deception. The sea-god Triton, capable of raising the waves, signifies the inevitability of unexpected changes. his presence reminds to be prepared for the unforeseen, embracing the transformations that come with the rides of life. Mermaids, inspired by Nereids, guide explorers through uncharted waters. They represent the allure of the unknown and life’s mysteries. In the forests of Arcadia, Satyrs, loyal followers of Dionysos, embody the lust and dangers of unrestrained indulgence and lust, teaching the balance between enjoying life’s pleasures and succumbing to excess.

These mythical creatures, woven into a white fabric, act as talismans. They encapsulate deep qualities essential to human experience - wisdom, freedom, strength, transformation and the connection with the natural world.