Patch Cradle of Filth - Cruelty and the Beast

Name: Patch Cradle of Filth - Cruelty and the Beast
Brand: Cradle of Filth
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The gothic masterpiece inspired by the "Blood Countess" Erzsébet Báthory

Official Cradle of Filth sew-on patch – 10 × 10 cm

🩸 This official Cradle of Filth sew-on patch reproduces the cover artwork of Cruelty and the Beast, the band's third studio album, released in May 1998. A true concept album, it draws inspiration from the legend of the Hungarian "Blood Countess" Erzsébet Báthory (Elizabeth Báthory), one of the best-known figures in European gothic folklore.

The artwork depicts a pale woman immersed in a blood-filled bath, surrounded by skulls and twisted roots. Dominated by Cradle of Filth's intricate logo, this haunting illustration has become one of the most iconic album covers in symphonic black metal.

A landmark Cradle of Filth album 🦇

Released in May 1998, Cruelty and the Beast combines extreme black metal, gothic orchestration and theatrical storytelling centred on the legend of Erzsébet Báthory. Today it is widely regarded as one of Cradle of Filth's defining releases and one of the most celebrated concept albums in extreme metal.

A haunting and unforgettable artwork 🔍

Dark shades of black, brown and crimson dominate the composition, creating an oppressive atmosphere. The contrast between the Countess's pale face, the blood-red bath and the surrounding macabre details perfectly reflects the gothic aesthetic explored throughout the album.

💡 Did you know?

Known as the "Blood Countess", Erzsébet (Elizabeth) Báthory was a 16th-century Hungarian noblewoman accused of murdering numerous young women and, according to legend, bathing in their blood to preserve her youth. Although historians now question many aspects of these stories, her legend has become a lasting icon of gothic culture, inspiring countless books, films and musical works, including Cruelty and the Beast.