The clothing of Kings always enhanced their status, and no commoner could hope to wear something so sumptuous as this intricate chain of knotwork. Once embroidered on the robe of a King, now it can be a tattoo band forever on the arm or leg of a member of our free democratic society.
Virago and Sleipnir Tattoo Design
Sleipnir is the eight-legged horse of the Norse God Odin, described as the best of all horses, capable of taking its rider to Hel and back. Here is an adaptation of a traditional stone carving, ridden in this tattoo by a woman, appropriate for the lady equestrienne who commissioned it. A virago is a woman who demonstrates exemplary and heroic qualities. The word comes from the Latin word virāgō meaning variously 'a man-like, vigorous, heroic maiden, a female warrior, heroine..'
Protection Celtic Knot Tattoo Design
When life comes at you from all sides, when turning to face the danger puts you in a spin, call upon your inner strength to give you protection and the will to go on. The Celtic protection knot can be your shield.
Boondock Saints Tattoo with Celtic Cross Design
Skillfully recreated from a video screen capture, this is the same Celtic cross featured in The Boondock Saints' second movie: All Saints Day. Both the lads wear this high cross tattooed on their forearms.
