and it has been surrounded by a lacework of delicate vines to draw the design out to a shape complementary to the female anatomy

perfect way to crown a bodysuit of Celtic tattoos

and had two uses

taken from the opening page folio 29r of the Saint Matthew's Gospel in the 9th century illuminated manuscript

The powerful alchemical symbol of the serpent eating its own tale is here rendered in intricate knot work and with the head of a Celtic beast from the 9th century Book of Kells

Rock of Cashel Band Celtic Tattoo Design dog and it has been surroundedThe Rock of Cashel, in Munster, Ireland, plays a significant role in the story of Saint Patrick in the 5th Century. The ancient buildings are filled with carved stonework, and this line of Celtic knot work is inscribed in the chapel of Cormac Mac Carthaigh, built in 1127. A beautiful endless knot of pleasing proportions and ancient style.