Daphne Card

Daphne Card by Abbie Lois

A6 Greeting Card of original illustration ‘Daphne’ screen print.

Daphne was an Ancient Greek naiad (a female water nymph). She was pursued by the Greek god Apollo, after he was struck by a curse that which made him lustful for Daphne. She on the other hand, was simultaneously struck by a curse that ensured she hated the touch of any man. As Apollo chased her, she wished for help from Gaia, the earth-mother. As Apollo reached out and tried to kiss her, she transformed into a laurel tree. Apollo was still so enamoured by her, even as a tree, that from then onwards he became associated with the laurel tree – wearing a crown of laurel, and his lyre and quiver being made from its wood.

To this day, the Greek for laurel tree is Daphne.

Original illustration digitally printed on to lovely 300gsm off-white Tintoretto Gesso paper, with a dappled finish.

Comes with a brown Kraft envelope, with a compostable bag for extra protection.

Blank inside, perfect for writing your own message.