Dancing Delphinus Poet-Sleeve Robe

The Poet-Sleeve Robe is made from pure linen. It has an oversized fit, and loose, billowing sleeves with a fitted cuff. The robe has pockets in the side seams and is French seamed throughout. It features detailed metal charm buttons on the centre front and is unlined, lending it a light and airy feel. The robe can be worn open as a jacket or buttoned and worn as a dress. This versatile piece will feel at home anywhere from the beach to the city. 

This design is based around ancient Greek art, pottery, poetry and literature. The back of the robe features a shining, leaping dolphin, representing Delphinus, the selfless saviour of Arion, a character of ancient Greek myth. Delphinus wears a string of golden stars and carries with him a Kithara, the stringed musical instrument of the poet. Below Delphinus is depicted a wooden trireme, an ancient Greek seafaring vessel, inspired by those described in the Homeric epic, The Iliad. Below the ship appear the eyes of Pallas Athene watching over sweet Delphinus, fallen from a statue in her honour. The central feature is surrounded by an arc of nautical details; from shells and iridescent flying fish, to sculpted vessels and vases, all crowned by a shimmering octopus. The assortment of ocean treasures is echoed along the base and centre front of the design, bordered by a detailed design inspired by ancient Greek vase painters. This is accompanied by a layer of terracotta treasures overgrown with vibrant sea flowers. Ocean-inspired coins from various towns in ancient Greece line the hem and cuffs of this robe.

Please note that pure linen is a natural fabric containing slubs; they are a part of the character of the fabric and are not considered to be a defect.

100% Linen
French seamed throughout
Pockets in side seams
Made in England
Dry clean only

Every Sabina Savage product arrives individually gift wrapped as standard.

Scarf orders will include a signature branded gift box and branded travel dust bag (for scarves 90cm square and larger). Clothing orders are packaged in either a branded gift box or branded garment bag, dependent on the item. Each piece is wrapped in bespoke ivory tissue paper and a gold wax seal.

Every order is accompanied by a printed collection book narrating the story behind your chosen piece, and detailing the craft, inspirations and themes of the collection. 

If you would like to include a complementary handwritten gift note with your order, please fill out your chosen message at checkout. 

UK: Free / 1-2 business days

USA: $20 / 2-5 business days

EU: £25 / 3-5 business days

Rest of World: £30 / 5-7 business days

Please note all USD and EUR prices are inclusive of duty and tax. 

For all other international shipments, any applicable duty or tax due will be added at checkout. No further charges will be due upon delivery.  

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