Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart
Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt - archaeologyart

Festina Lente: Ultra-Soft Premium Cotton T-Shirt

$26.99

This design is based on the Frellon Brothers' printer's mark. (Origin: Lyon, France, 16th century, woodcut) The word 'MATVRA' appears beneath the emblem (meaning 'hasten' or 'ripen')

This combination of a crab and a butterfly is a visual adaptation of the famous Festina Lente -- or hurry slowly -- principle, spanning from Ancient Rome to Renaissance Europe. By nature, the crab symbolizes slowness and cautious steps on the ground, while the butterfly represents rapid movement in the air.⁣

When combined, the message is clear: You must be fast enough to take action, but careful enough to avoid critical mistakes.⁣

The origin of this animal pairing dates back to the reign of Roman Emperor Augustus. Augustus didn’t want his commanders making rash, hasty decisions on the battlefield. He believed a cautious general would always yield better results than a solely courageous one. One example symbolizing this approach is the gold coinage minted during Augustus’s reign (under M. Durmius), featuring a crab holding a butterfly in its claws. Centuries later, Renaissance intellectuals studied these ancient coins and iconography, applying their meaning to their own printing processes. The Frellon brothers applied this same principle in their workshop. ⁣

Color: White

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Materials & Care

This classic Bella+Canvas 3001 unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and high-quality print combine to make this shirt one you will reach for again and again. Ribbed knit collars hold their shape, taped shoulders maintain fit over time, and dual side seams preserve the garment's structure wash after wash.

KEY FEATURES:

• Retail Fit: Standard retail fit - not too tight, not too baggy.
• Side Seams: Located along the sides to maintain shape and provide structural support.
• Shoulder Tape: Twill tape over the shoulder seams stabilizes the back and prevents stretching.
• Ribbed Knit Collar: Highly elastic, retains its shape over time.
• Pre-shrunk Fabric: Minimizes shrinkage after washing.

FIBER COMPOSITION:

• Solid Colors: 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton (Ash is 99% cotton / 1% polyester)
• Heather Colors: 52% combed and ring-spun cotton / 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather & Black Heather: 90% combed and ring-spun cotton / 10% polyester

SIZING & FIT

This is a unisex tee, true to size.
• For best results, compare measurements from one of your favorite shirts to our size chart.
• For Women: Order a size down for a more fitted look, or your usual size for a relaxed fit.
• For Men: Order your usual size for a standard fit, or a size up for a looser fit.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

• Light fabric: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)
• Tear-away label (no scratchy tags)

CARE INSTRUCTIONS (To protect the print)
• Machine wash: Cold (max 30°C / 90°F), inside out
• Tumble dry: Low heat
• Iron: Steam or dry, medium heat - do not iron directly on the design
• Bleach: Non-chlorine bleach as needed
• Do not dry clean

EU/UK PRODUCT COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

EU Responsible Person (GPSR Article 9):
HONSON VENTURES LIMITED
gpsr@honsonventures.com
3, Gnaftis House Flat 102, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, Limassol, Cyprus

Product Identification: Bella+Canvas 3001 Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee

Manufacturer: Bella+Canvas (USA)
Country of Origin: USA, Honduras, Nicaragua, or Haiti (varies by production batch)

Warranty: 2-year legal guarantee under EU Directive 1999/44/EC (applicable in EU and Northern Ireland).

Safety Warnings: For adult use. Keep small accessories and packaging materials away from children under 3 years of age.

CE/UKCA: Not applicable - apparel does not require CE or UKCA marking under EU/UK product safety legislation.

Shipping & Return

100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE:

Every order is quality-checked before shipping. If anything is wrong with your product, we make it right - fast replacement or full refund.

ORDER CONFIRMATION:

You will receive an order confirmation email within minutes of placing your order.

SHIPPING REGIONS:

We ship worldwide from our regional production facilities. Estimated delivery times:
• United States - 2-3 business days
• United Kingdom - 2-3 business days
• Germany, France, Austria, Spain, Portugal - 2-6 business days
• Canada - 2-5 business days
• EFTA & Northern Europe - 5-15 business days
• Rest of Europe - 5-10 business days
• Australia - 3-6 business days
• New Zealand - 5-10 business days
• Rest of World - 10-30 business days

PROCESSING TIME:

Each order is custom-printed on demand. Processing (printing and packing) usually takes 2-5 business days before the order is shipped.

TRACKING:

You will receive a tracking link via email as soon as your order ships. If you have any questions about your tracking or shipment, please contact us at info@archaeologyart.shop.

CANCELLATIONS:

Orders are sent to production within an average of 1 hour after placement. For this reason, we operate a strict 1-hour cancellation window. Once an item has entered production, cancellation is no longer possible because materials and labor have already been committed.

RETURNS & EXCHANGES:

All our products are made to order just for you. We do not accept returns or exchanges for incorrect size, color choice, or change of mind.

Sizing: A detailed size chart is available within the photo section of every listing. Please review the size chart carefully before placing your order.

EU/UK Customer Right of Withdrawal:
Per EU Directive 2011/83/EU and UK Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, customers in the EU and UK have the right to withdraw from the contract within 14 days of receiving the order. However, this right does not apply to goods that are made to the consumer's specifications or are clearly personalised (Article 16(c)) - which includes our custom-printed apparel.

DAMAGED OR MISLABELED ITEMS:

If your product arrives damaged or incorrect, we will make it right. Please email us at info@archaeologyart.shop within 7 days of delivery with:
• Photos of the damaged or incorrect product
• Your order number
• A short description of the issue

We will respond with a resolution (free replacement or full refund) as quickly as possible.

CUSTOMS & DUTIES:

For international orders, customs duties, VAT, or import taxes may apply depending on your country's regulations. When available in your region, our Global Fulfillment routes ship from local facilities, which typically reduces or eliminates customs charges. Any charges determined by your local customs authority remain the buyer's responsibility.

CONTACT:

For any shipping or order questions: info@archaeologyart.shop