Saint Anthony of Egypt mug

An Anthony in the family, memories of Saint Anthony's festivities or a shared devotion can give this gift its meaning. The Saint Anthony of Egypt mug brings together his image and a brief reference to his life, so you can accompany name day greetings with something that recalls why you chose him in particular.

Anthony the Abbot and the memory of the desert

Also known as Anthony the Abbot, he lived in Egypt and is a fundamental figure in the Christian monastic tradition. His decision to give away his possessions and seek a life of prayer attracted other hermits who came to him for guidance. That story of renunciation and reflection remains part of his memory.

Popular devotion to Saint Anthony is closely associated with animals and the celebrations on 17 January. If that date has a special place in your home or locality, the Saint Anthony of Egypt mug can become a thoughtful gift connected with a custom you know and share.

The image and details, across two sides

The chosen icon shows the saint with a grey hood, a long beard and a scroll between his hands. The other side carries his name, Egypt as the place of birth, the year 356 as a reference to his death and the 17 January commemoration. The design is prepared so you can recognise his figure and read those details as you rotate the mug.

Before ordering, explore the composition in the 3D viewer. The “Both sides” option places two opposing views of the same design together and lets you keep rotating them. You can choose a right- or left-handed layout; the number of mugs is selected separately.

We print the composition using sublimation. Choose the Saint Anthony of Egypt mug to wish someone a happy name day or remember a family celebration. If you are looking for other names, explore our collection of religious mugs and dedicate each gift to the person who will receive it. Choose the printed text language in the customiser and check it in the preview.

Image credits

• Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
• Source and licence on Wikimedia Commons

Frequently asked questions

Is it dedicated to Saint Anthony the Abbot?
Yes, to Saint Anthony of Egypt, also known as Anthony the Abbot or Saint Anthony.

Which details appear on the other side?
His name, Egypt as the place of birth, the year 356 as a reference to his death and the 17 January commemoration.

What does the Both sides view show?
Two opposing views of the same design, which you can rotate; the number of mugs is selected separately.