1992 Pestilence "Testimony of the ancients" shirt - Size XL

1992 Pestilence Testimony of the Ancients Shirt – Size XL (Tagged Sierra Tees)

A rare and historically significant piece from the early '90s death metal movement, this original 1992 Pestilence tee commemorates the band’s genre-defining album Testimony of the Ancients. Tagged by Sierra Tees and preserved in excellent vintage condition, this shirt features haunting artwork true to the album’s cerebral and progressive atmosphere—blending technical death metal with ambient interludes and forward-thinking composition.

History

Released in 1991, Testimony of the Ancients marked a turning point in Pestilence’s evolution, pushing beyond the raw aggression of their earlier work into more complex and atmospheric territory. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious structure and philosophical depth, helping elevate the standards of death metal in both sound and concept. This shirt, issued around the 1992 touring cycle, stands as a relic of that transformative era.

Details:
• Size: XL (Boxy fit) - 62 cm x 67 cm
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition – soft with natural fade, strong print integrity, no major flaws
• Features: Front graphic with album cover art; blank back; high-contrast print typical of early '90s pressings
• Provenance: Personally sourced; guaranteed original from 1992, not a reproduction

Why You Need This

An essential piece for death metal collectors and fans of early technical extremity, this shirt captures a moment when the genre expanded beyond brutality into something far more visionary. Museum-worthy and wearable.

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