The Temple of Pegasus 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 majestic, winged horse, representing Pegasus, the brave steed of Bellephoron, a character of ancient Greek myth. Pegasus bows, shedding his golden bridle and proudly displaying an armband featuring the monstrous Chimera, while the horse’s pearlescent wings reach up elegantly. Pegasus stands within a carved temple decorated in his honour; the pediment features equine carvings and the mantel and base of the temple hold dedicated stone inscriptions. The floor of the structure runs awash with fresh water, as happens wherever Pegasus strikes his hoof, and behind the temple, Mount Olympus, home of the gods, is in view. Below lie a series of amphoras or vessels, moulded in animal form. The design is underlined by a layer of painted vases, each detailing the story of Pegasus: springing from the neck of the beheaded Medusa, his taming at the hands of Bellephoron with Athena’s golden bridle, victory over the heinous Chimera and the eventual fall of Bellephoron. The floral elements, hemlock and aconite, are both poisonous; a detail displaying the duality of the gods. The front, hem and cuffs feature a motif of terracotta rosettes.

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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