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nterlacing or knotwork is probably the
motif most commonly associated with Celtic art,
though in fact the Celts did not start doing it
until well into the Christian period (around 7th
c AD) and probably learned it from marauding Vikings. Nowadays there are many meanings
associated with specific knots, but these are
most often modern interpretations. The monks who
crafted knotwork in the Middle Ages did it for
the greater glory of God, and for no other
reason.
When
the Celts borrowed an idea from another tradition
they always added their own unique character and
made it their own. Interlacing is found in many
different cultures, though not to the same
extent. It can be traced back to ancient Egypt,
where it was a stylization of running water. This
interpretation makes sense since the Celts
revered lakes, rivers, wells and streams from
early times. In a circle it probably indicates a
well.
All
brooches can also be ordered as necklaces
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Colour: Turquois multi blend
Size: 1 1/2" diam
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