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Chapter 01 — Signs of Civilization — Embroidered T-shirt

The Scarab — Faded Black

Men’s heavyweight embroidered cotton T-shirt

This T-shirt draws on ancient Egyptian representations of the scarab, a symbol associated with the rising sun, renewal, and transformation. Reinterpreted in red embroidery against faded black cotton, the motif can be placed on either the front or back of the garment.

  • Fabric: 100% carded cotton · 240 GSM
  • Fit: Boxy, relaxed
  • Embroidery: Red scarab embroidery on Faded Black cotton; choose front or back placement. Embroidered in the Gordina studio, Netherlands.
  • Care: Machine wash cold with like colours.
  • Colours: Faded Black
  • Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Shipping and processing times

In-stock orders dispatch within 1–3 business days. Made-to-order pieces, including custom embroidery placement, dispatch within up to 5 business days. Delivery time is additional.

First Edition — made in a batch of 30 pieces.

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Garment measurements

Measurements are taken from the T-shirt laid flat.

Measurement XS S M L XL
Body width (cm) 4751555963
Body length (cm) 6870.57477.581

Garment measurements may vary by up to 2.5 cm within manufacturing tolerance.

Customer Service

For more information, visit our Returns and Shipping pages or email info@gordina.com.

€89,00 EUR

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Faded Black
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Fit — Boxy Relaxed

Designed with a boxy, relaxed silhouette, dropped shoulders, and a wide twin-stitched neckline. Choose your usual size for the intended relaxed fit; for a closer fit, compare one size down using the garment measurements.

Choose Your Placement

Select one of Gordina’s available motif placements.

The Story Behind the Stitch

Each Gordina piece begins with research into enduring symbols and textile traditions. The artwork is translated into embroidery, then stitched slowly so thread, texture and placement become part of the garment’s character.

Detailed view of burgundy scarab stitching on the back of the Gordina faded grey T-shirt.
Close-up of ivory scarab embroidery stitched on the back of the Gordina The Scarab navy oversized T-shirt.