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Myths, gods and symbols from ancient worlds, reimagined
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Engraved brass cat ornament and bronze owl figure displayed on a wooden sideboard. - Shop Replicas and Ornaments.

Across ancient cultures, myths and symbols were used to tell stories, express beliefs and connect people to gods, nature and the world around them. From protective amulets and sacred animals to legendary figures and floral motifs, imagery carried meaning across generations.

Discover replicas, ornaments, jewellery, fashion and homeware inspired by the very objects that told these myths to ancient followers of Egyptian, Greek, Assyrian and Norse mythology.

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Ancient figures and legendary forms

Hand-painted replica of Hypnos, the ancient Greek god of sleep. - Shop Now.
Head of Hypnos replica
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Crafted replica of a limestone statuette depicting the shabti of Iwi, Egyptian priest of Amun. - Shop Now.
Shabti of Iwi replica
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Symbols woven into everyday style

Silk scarf decorated with a floral pattern inspired by ancient Assyrian motifs. - Shop Now.
Assyrian motif scarf
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Cotton blend socks featuring a bold design inspired by ancient Egyptian symbolism. - Shop Now.
Egyptian symbols socks
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Figure of Urizen, the tyrannical creator god from Europe: a Prophecy by William Blake, framed in black on a white wall. - Shop Mythology, Religion, Gods and Monsters Prints

Gods, monsters and mythical worlds

Discover prints inspired by mythology, religion and ancient storytelling traditions.

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Myth and symbolism for the home

Luxury tapestry cushion cover featuring William Morris’ repeating textile design The Tree of Life. - Shop Now.
Tree of Life cushion cover
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Glowing amber crystal ball ornament showcasing a detailed three-dimensional skull design. - Shop Now.
Skull crystal light ornament
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Jewellery inspired by ancient symbols

Elegant necklace featuring a lapis lazuli and turquoise design centred with a Wedjat, or Eye of Horus, pendant. - Shop Now.
Eye of Horus necklace
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Chinese-inspired circular jade pendant necklace featuring a golden dragon. - Shop Now.
Jade dragon necklace
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Norse Myths and Legends hardback book on a gift box with ribbon next to a metal Assyrian winged bull bookmark. - Shop Mythology Books.

Myths, legends and ancient stories

Explore books inspired by ancient gods, legendary figures and timeless mythology.

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Discover more symbols, stories and style

Pair of brass cufflinks featuring ancient Assyrian lamassu, propped on a pastel ceramic shape. - Shop Jewellery.
Jewellery
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Ceramic white bowl with blue lucky cat pattern next to a lucky cat ornament, with gift and ribbon in the background. - Shop Homeware.
Homeware
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Black T-shirt featuring an ink illustration of Zhou Sheng ascending a staircase of clouds by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, worn by a model. - Shop Now.
Fashion
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