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This T shirt features a picture of the Cerne Abbas Giant in the style of Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Vitruvian Man’.
The Vitruvian Man, created by Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance around 1490, is a renowned drawing that reflects the artist’s fascination with both art and science. Inspired by the writings of the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, the drawing portrays a naked man in two overlapping positions, with his limbs extended and inscribed within a circle and a square. Regarded by art historian Carmen C. Bambach as an iconic image of Western civilization, the work embodies the harmonious blend of artistic and scientific ideals characteristic of the High Renaissance.
Leonardo’s depiction of ideal body proportions in the drawing was influenced by Vitruvius, but he also incorporated his own measurements, the drawings of his contemporaries, and the insights found in Leon Battista Alberti’s treatise De pictura. Created in Milan, the Vitruvian Man was likely passed down to Leonardo’s student Francesco Melzi. Eventually, it came into the possession of Venanzio de Pagave, who persuaded the engraver Carlo Giuseppe Gerli to include it in a book of Leonardo’s drawings, leading to widespread dissemination of this previously lesser-known image.
The Cerne Abbas Giant, an iconic figure etched into the hills of Cerne Abbas in Dorset, England, is a legendary and intriguing symbol. This colossal and enigmatic chalk figure, standing at an impressive 55 meters (180 feet) in height, has fascinated locals and visitors for generations, inviting speculation about its history and symbolism.
Thought to date back to the late prehistoric period or even Roman times, the origins and purpose of the Cerne Abbas Giant remain subjects of debate. The figure depicts a well-endowed male figure brandishing a club, standing proudly on the hillside. Some interpret the Giant as a representation of a fertility deity, while others believe it to be a symbol of power or protection.
The Cerne Abbas Giant has become an emblem of the region’s rich cultural heritage and folklore. Its imposing presence and intriguing history inspire a sense of awe and curiosity. Visitors flock to witness the figure’s impressive scale and experience the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Classic 100% cotton tee with taped neck and shoulders, and a double seam at the sleeves and bottom hem. Eldon Threads logo printed discretely on the reverse as an outer label just below the neck. Open-end yarn. Tubular fabric. Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²).
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