Standing Hippopotamus Figurine – Turquoise

Discover 'Standing Hippopotamus Figurine', part of an exclusive collaboration between Kunstsokken and the National Museum of Antiquities in Leiden. This design takes you back to the Egyptian Middle Kingdom, more than 4,000 years ago, to the burial chambers of the wealthy along the Nile.

This sock features a bright blue faience hippopotamus, decorated with elegant lotus flowers that reference its natural habitat. The Egyptians believed these figurines magically supported the rebirth of the deceased, with the lotus as a symbol of new life. At the same time, they were well aware of the animal's danger: the legs were often deliberately broken off to prevent the hippo from turning against the deceased in the afterlife.

Limited Edition – Exclusive Museum Collection

With this sock, you carry a story of rebirth, protection, and the magical power of the Nile. Every colour and every detail is precisely knitted into the sock, bringing the vivid blue tones and delicate plant motifs of the original faience figurine to life.

• 80% organic cotton
• 15% polyamide
• 5% elastane

• Free UK delivery on orders over £39
• UK delivery time: 2-3 working days
• Delivery time to Germany, Netherlands & Belgium: 1-2 working days
• Delivery time to rest of Europe: 2-4 working days

All orders include tracked service, allowing you to easily follow your parcel's journey.

Organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals such as synthetic pesticides and fertilisers. Instead, natural methods are used to maintain soil health and manage pests. This process helps protect the environment and creates safer working conditions during harvest.

For our socks, this means you can enjoy soft, comfortable socks that are kind to the planet while being durable and sustainable. By choosing organic cotton, you help reduce chemical pollution and support ethical farming practices. It's a small choice that benefits both you and the environment!