Naked Man Entering Cave - Wilhelm von Gloeden iPhone Case
Description
manA vision suspended between myth and memory. A nude young man steps forward, his back turned, vanishing into the darkness of an ancient cavern. His laureled head tilts slightly, as if listening to the silent echoes of forgotten gods. At his feet, a dog—loyal, watchful, bound to this threshold between light and shadow.
The Sicilian landscape, suffused with soft-focus dreamscapes, becomes the stage for a reimagined Ovidian metamorphosis. Is he Orpheus descending, chasing a love he cannot hold? A wandering Bacchus, stepping beyond mortal realms? Or is he merely a boy on the cusp of secrecy, of sanctuary, of something unnamed? Von Gloeden’s pioneering use of photographic filters and body makeup casts his model in the luminous glow of an Old Master painting, a revival of Greco-Roman aesthetics in the intimate form of male nude photography.
Wilhelm von Gloeden's a master of homoerotic neoclassical photography. Transforming fleeting moments from the early 20th century into artifacts of queer longing. Elegies for a lost Arcadia. And this iPhone case preserves that spectral beauty—a black and white gay art print where antiquity and desire intertwine.
He disappears, but the gaze remains.
About the Case
Precise fit, seamless style: Fits like a glove with easy access to everything.
Non-toxic art armor: Engineered for shock-absorbency + it's REACH, RoHS, and TÜV Rheinland certified safe.
No faded flashbacks: Water-based pigment inks deliver museum-quality vibrance that won't fade, crack or peel.
Slimline dream: Featherlight powerhouse with raised rim to keep your screen and camera safe from life's rough edges.
Matches your mood: Snaps on/off with ease — in time for your heartbeat’s call.
Bluetooth & MagSafe compatible: No wires? No problem — recharge wherever you are. MagSafe ring not included.
About the Artist
Delivery & Refunds
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
More details on returns and refunds
Make New Friends
1. Matte vs Gloss
Gloss for a statement that won't lose luster. Matte for timeless, velvety refinement. Both printed with rich colors & a touch of magic.
2. Two-layered Powerhouse
Built for battle, designed for resilience. Extremely strong and lightweight outer shell. Black silicone inner for extra shock absorption.
3. Art Sealed In
Vivid, permanent, full-coverage print infused into the outer shell with a sublimation dye process. For a finish that feels as seamless as it looks.
4. No Toxins, No Worries
REACH, RoHS and TÜV Rheinland certified. Meaning your new treasure contains no harmful chemicals or hazardous substances.
5. Partnered with Prodigi
Prodigi's quality & care are superb, but their commitment to art, the environment & ethical supply chains captured my heart. Learn more
