Saint Raymond of Fitero mug

The Saint Raymond of Fitero mug remembers a Cistercian abbot connected with the origins of the Order of Calatrava. It can be a gift for Raymond, someone who knows Fitero, or a person interested in the medieval history of the Iberian Peninsula. The equestrian painting offers an unusual representation of the saint.

Saint Raymond of Fitero mug with a Meléndez painting

Miguel Jacinto Meléndez's painting shows the saint on a dark horse, wearing a white habit, with a cross and a sword above his head. The work is kept in the parish church of San Andrés in Calahorra. Its composition combines religious and military references associated with the founder's memory.

Raymond was a canon in Tarazona before becoming a Cistercian monk. His path took him through the foundations that preceded Fitero monastery. In the twelfth century, together with Diego Velázquez, he took part in the defence of Calatrava, an episode linked to the order's beginnings. This history can accompany a gift for someone who values medieval heritage and institutions.

A name and a place to remember his life

The Saint Raymond of Fitero mug carries his name, Ciruelos as the place of his death and the 15 March commemoration on the reverse. The painting and text identify the saint without you having to prepare the composition. Choose it for his name, a shared devotion or memories of visiting places connected with his story.

The 3D viewer lets you rotate the mug and examine the image and text from different angles. Selecting Both sides displays two opposing views of the same design; you can continue rotating the scene. Choose the number of mugs you wish to receive separately.

We print the design by sublimation, and you can choose a right-handed or left-handed handle orientation. Choose the printed text language in the customiser and check it in the preview. Give the Saint Raymond of Fitero mug to celebrate his feast or share a story that interests you both. Our collection of religious mugs includes other names, so you can dedicate each gift to its recipient.

Image credits

• Saint Raymond of Fitero by Miguel Jacinto Meléndez, parish church of San Andrés, Calahorra. Miguel Jacinto Meléndez · Public domain.
• Source and licence on Wikimedia Commons

Frequently asked questions

What does the painting show?
Saint Raymond of Fitero on a horse, wearing a white habit, with a cross and a sword above his head.

What text appears on the reverse?
His name, Ciruelos as the place of his death and the 15 March commemoration.

Can I check the composition before ordering?
Yes, the 3D viewer lets you rotate it and display both sides at once.