Saint Matthias Mug

This Saint Matthias mug can be a gift for someone named Matthias or interested in the apostles and the earliest Christian communities. The panel painting and the name on the reverse dedicate the reminder to this witness of the resurrection. Accompany it with a reading from the Acts of the Apostles or your own words about why you chose him for the recipient.

A panel painting of the apostle

The saint is depicted with a beard, a pink mantle and a golden halo, holding a green book. The work comes from Simone Martini's workshop. Its painterly character offers a reference for someone who appreciates religious art and wishes to choose a gift for the image as well as the recipient's connection with Matthias's name.

Acts recounts his joining the Twelve after the ascension and before Pentecost. The community put forward two candidates, prayed and cast lots; the result pointed to Matthias. The account stresses that he had to have accompanied Jesus's journey and share the witness of his resurrection. This scene gives the gift meaning for someone reading the Bible or taking part in a Christian community.

His name and commemoration on the reverse

The reverse carries his name and 14 May commemoration, linking the painting with this celebration and identifying the figure honoured by the gift. Choose it for a name day, to thank someone for a shared task or to remember a reading that has accompanied you together.

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. The printed text is in Spanish. 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

• Workshop of Simone Martini · Public domain · via Wikimedia Commons
• Source and licence on Wikimedia Commons

Frequently asked questions

Which painting appears on the mug?
A panel from Simone Martini's workshop depicting Saint Matthias with a pink mantle, golden halo and green book.

What text appears on the reverse?
The name “San Matías” and the 14 May commemoration.

Can I check the image and text in 3D?
Yes. Rotate the viewer and select Both sides to see two opposing views of the same design.