Family Claddagh Tattoo with Celtic Band Design woodpecker from the 7th Century Celtic

from the 7th Century Celtic illuminated manuscript

Patterned after a cross standing in Scotland

One of the most lovely images in the old religions are the spirits that inhabit the trees

From the Duleek circle at the top it flows naturally across the muscles to end just above the elbow

Family Claddagh Tattoo with Celtic Band Design woodpecker from the 7th Century CelticA redrawing of the Claddagh pattern to have the knotwork open up to form the bell of the sleeves. Also a knotwork crown drawn to complement the knotwork in the band. As shown, this man chose to honor his beloved wife and daughters by placing their initials in the heart. He carries his family with him always.