The Huld manuscript, dated to 1860 but copied from earlier material, says: "Carry this sign with you and you won’t get lost in storms or bad weather, even though in unfamiliar surrounds." A permanent compass to keep the wearer on track. No Nordic adventurer should be without it!
Snake Heart Band Tattoo Design
A sinuous band of Celtic knot hearts and triquetras topped by a knotted snake.
Trinity Knot Half Sleeve Celtic Tattoo Design
Dramatic upper arm coverage is achieved with this combination of integrated patterns. The central piece is a knot work trinity knot, weaving in and out of an eternal circle. Fitted in above it is a knot work epaulet that makes a sculptural statement, flowing up onto the shoulder. Finishing it all out to a complete half sleeve is a band of knot work brought up to pull it all together seamlessly and go all the way around under the arm. Tying the elements together in this rendering are pointillist dots, giving a textural feel and bringing the knots forward visually. They make the pattern feel united as one.
Celtic Dragon Lion Tattoo Design
A mysterious beast, found in a 7th century illuminated manuscript, was just as imaginary and built from rumor as any dragon. For the monk who drew it, who surely had never seen a lion, this one approached the ferocity and intensity of a dragon.
