Celtic Art

Celtic art entails the stylized throwbacks that exist in modern-day festivals or stores that sell nouveau Irish merchandise and represents a broader knowledge in the history of art. It is a shared heritage for people who lived in the same location and time and shared cultural values.

Battersea shield. This art is one of the most influential Celtic art. It dates back to 350-50BC. The protection is made up of several pieces engulfed together by rivets covered by decorative elements. The decoration is positively related to the Celtic La Tene style that entails spirals and circles, making it significantly Irish.  According to research, this artwork was too thin to provide adequate protection in combat.

Further, the shield has no sign of battle damage.  Thus, many believe the guard was thrown into the river as a votive offering o used purposely as a “paradise piece” or a status sign. The compartment comprises a swastika that gets linked to good luck and “solar energy.” The symbol was seen as a whirling sun during ancient times. Enamel was a Celtic specification that showed the application of red coral inlays.

Tara Brooch

Tara Brooch is a Celtic brooch that was made in 650 to 750 AD. It was discovered in Ireland in 1850. The name given to the clip was linked to the jeweler who bought the pin. The pin became an international artifact that led to the revival of Celtic in the mid-19th century. It is on display at the National Museum of Ireland. The art is a representation of the pinnacle of early medieval Irish metalworkers. The brooch is named after the Hill of Tara, which was previously thought to be the High Kings of Ireland seats. However, the Tara has no relation to the Hill of Tara or the High Kings seats. This art is one of the most significant Irish jewelry and represents Ireland’s rich ancestral past.

Further, art is an addition to the Royal Irish Academy. It was used as a clothing accessory in Celtic times. The Irish style is comprised of geometric shapes and some human head engravings.