Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist mug

This Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist mug is dedicated to the commemoration on 29 August. It can be a keepsake for someone familiar with the Baptist’s story or who appreciates his presence in religious painting. Caravaggio’s scene accompanies the celebration’s name and dedicates the gift to this particular remembrance in the calendar, giving you a reason to share the painting with its recipient.

Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist mug with Caravaggio’s painting

The image shows Salome holding a tray with John the Baptist’s head. The painting depicts the tragic outcome of the story through the figures gathered around the head. Choose the design for someone interested in sacred art and accompany it with words explaining why you chose this work and commemoration, connecting the image with the recipient’s interests and your own shared reading.

Matthew and Mark’s Gospels recount that John was imprisoned by Herod Antipas after censuring his conduct. During a banquet, Herodias’ daughter asked for his head, and the ruler ordered his execution. The account recalls the freedom of a voice that continued challenging power. This feast recalls the martyrdom of the prophet who had called for conversion and announced Jesus’ coming, giving the painting its narrative and religious context.

The celebration’s name and date

The Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist mug carries the name of this commemoration and 29 August. The printed details connect the design with the final episode of his mission shown in the painting. Choose it for someone wishing to recall this date or express their devotion or interest in Christian art history, adding a personal message when giving the gift.

Before ordering, you can rotate the composition in the 3D viewer to examine the image and text from different angles. Selecting Both sides displays two opposing views of the same design, with rotation still available. Choose the handle orientation for a right-handed or left-handed user. The number of mugs you wish to receive is selected separately from the views shown.

We print the composition by sublimation. Choose the printed text language in the customiser and check it in the preview. Choose this gift for the name, history or devotion that connects you with its recipient, and accompany it with a few personal words about why you thought of them. Our collection of religious mugs includes other figures and celebrations, so you can dedicate each gift to someone in your family or community.

Image credits

• Saint John the Baptist. Caravaggio · public domain.
• Source and licence on Wikimedia Commons

Frequently asked questions

Which scene is shown?
Salome with a tray containing Saint John the Baptist’s head, in a painting by Caravaggio.

What is written on it?
The name «Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist» and commemoration on 29 August, in the selected language.

Can I check how the design looks?
Yes, the 3D viewer lets you rotate it and Both sides shows two opposing views of the same design. Quantity is selected separately.