A shield of Celtic knotwork

The powerful alchemical symbol of the serpent eating its own tale is here rendered in intricate knot work and with the head of a Celtic beast from the 9th century Book of Kells

collected in Iceland

Their form is taken from gravestone depictions of the unconquered wolf

He saw that the spider tried over and over to achieve his goal

Celtic Guardian Band Tattoo Design irish wolfhound A shield of Celtic knotworkIn every society there have always been those who take it upon themselves to be guardians. Of the land, the society, and of those weaker and in need of protection. It is appropriate that the strong be marked with a visible celebration of their courage. This band is composed of patterns taken from the 9th century manuscript the Book of Kells.