EVERDINGEN, Caesar van - Winter (Artwork) Crewneck Sweatshirt: Design Description
This crewneck sweatshirt features a design inspired by Caesar van Everdingen's "Winter," a striking example of 17th-century Dutch allegorical art. The artwork presents a young woman as the personification of winter, a departure from the traditional depiction of the season as an old or impoverished figure.
Visual Elements
The central figure is a young woman, elegantly attired in luxurious garments. The design prominently displays a pink, fur-lined cape or jacket trimmed with ermine, a lace-trimmed headscarf, and a cascade of pearls adorning her neck and ears. She is seated, warming her hands over a glowing brazier, a dish of burning coals. The composition is classicist in style, showcasing bright colors, clear contours, and a balanced arrangement.
Symbolism and Meaning
The artwork's core meaning lies in its subversion of traditional seasonal allegories. Van Everdingen transforms winter, typically a symbol of decay and hardship, into a symbol of elegance and sensuality. The richly dressed woman and the warm fire evoke a sense of comfort and domestic warmth. The pose and the subtle lighting of the artwork have an intentional sensual undercurrent, interpreted by some as a metaphor for the amorous burning of love.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
