After twenty years away from Ithaca, ten years fighting in the Trojan War and ten years enduring a dangerous journey across the seas, Odysseus finally returns home in Homer's Odyssey. But his kingdom has changed. Believing him lost, the suitors have invaded his palace, consumed his wealth, and pressured Penelope to choose a new husband.
In Book XXII of the Odyssey, known as the "Battle with the Suitors," Odysseus reveals his true identity and begins the final act of his revenge. With the help of his son Telemachus and loyal allies, he faces the suitors inside his own hall and restores order to Ithaca.
The phrase "The King Returned" represents more than a homecoming, it symbolizes the restoration of rightful rule, the strength of perseverance, and the victory of justice after years of struggle. The artwork captures one of the most dramatic scenes in ancient literature: Odysseus standing once again as king, fighting for his home and legacy.
Printed on a soft classic white unisex cotton T-shirt, this piece is perfect for lovers of Greek mythology, Homer's epics, classical literature, ancient history, and timeless heroic stories.
- 100% cotton
- Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
- Open-end yarn
- Tubular fabric
- Taped neck and shoulders
- Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
- Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico
- Made to order just for you!
- No returns, non-refundable
- Please measure yourself to make sure you order the right size
- Designed in Greece
- Produced and shipped from the European Union
The sizes correspond to a smaller size in the US market, so US customers should order a size up.
Product colors may differ from the pictures. The digital representation may alter the coloring of the product depending on your viewing screen.
Disclaimers:
• Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
• Dark color speckles throughout the fabric are expected for the color Natural.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Size guide
| LENGTH (cm) | WIDTH (cm) | SLEEVE LENGTH (cm) | |
| S | 71.1 | 45.7 | 39.7 |
| M | 73.7 | 50.8 | 43.2 |
| L | 76.2 | 55.9 | 47 |
| XL | 78.7 | 61 | 50.8 |
| 2XL | 81.3 | 66 | 54.6 |
| 3XL | 83.8 | 71.1 | 58 |
• Traceability:
- Knitting—Honduras, the Dominican Republic
- Dyeing—Honduras, the Dominican Republic
- Manufacturing—Nicaragua, Honduras, Haiti, El Salvador, or the Dominican Republic
• Contains 0% recycled polyester
• Contains 0% dangerous substances
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde level requirements.
In compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), L'Athénienne ensures that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact us at lathenienne@gmail.com or write to us Dion, Areopagitou 3.