Solvar is a much loved, family owned irish company established in 1941 by the obernik family and based in the heart of dublin. A great deal of jewelry that features the celtic knot is inspired directly by this book, and. Great for a wedding for the groomsman or bridesmaids. Find beautiful designs on a great selection of charms, necklaces, cufflinks and watches. The original is admired by countless visitors on display at trinity college library in dublin, but some of its most coveted patterns include its intricate braiding which you can. Its ornamentation a typical example of celtic metalwork art included a gold cover encrusted with precious stones. Trinity college in dublin, ireland has licensed solvar to create the book of kells jewelry collection that ranges from beads to necklaces. The manuscript contains every variety of design typical of irish art at its finest. These rings feature an intricate celtic knot design that celebrates the beauty of irelands book of kells.
Quick order please open the website on a larger device to use the quick order functionality. The book stayed in kells until 1654, when cromwells forces were quartered in the church of kells and the governor of the town sent it to dublin for safekeeping. The pattern of intertwining cords and interlace is derived from eastern and celtic art and incorporated into this beautiful collection of designs. Book of kells jewelry made in dublin, ireland my irish jeweler. Find quality book of kells jewelry handmade in dublin, ireland. Our craftspeople represent the very best of quality, time honoured irish artistry and skill. The celtic necklace measures approximately 58 tall x 1 58 wide for a bar style necklace. Released in 2000 by deffeyes design and licensed for personal and commercialuse. One very basic form of celtic or pseudoceltic linear knotwork. These sterling silver pendants are inspired by the highly decorative capital letters, called initia, that begin each section of text. The pattern of intertwining cords and interlace is derived from eastern and celtic art, and passed into the repertoire of british and irish art from the 6th to 9th century.
It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. Stone celtic crosses, such as this, are a major source of knowledge regarding celtic knot design. Book of kells initial necklace book of kells novica. This design is a familiar one from the book of kells three running hounds interwoven in a celtic zoomorphic pattern. The book of kells is an 8th century irish illuminated gospel book. Sterling silver ring kells celtic wedding band gemvara. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. Walker metalsmiths custom designed jewelry pieces reflect the celtic symbolism of easter. The book of kells is a manuscript that dates back to medieval times. Tree of life april 2020 original design hand formed into silver metal clay, components were hand built, combined with the design plates, and fired solid. The twists and turns of the trinity knot symbolise the timeless nature of the human spirit. Jul 6, 2018 gloriously colorful celtic jewelry whether it is an intricate book of kells design or beautifully hand painted jewelry on copper pieces.
Inspired by the intricate knot designs in the book of kells, this beautiful wedding band features an interlaced pattern symbolizing our connections to all things. Cute jewelry modern jewelry jewelry art antique jewelry jewelry design jewellery bling bling artisan jewelry handmade jewelry. See more ideas about book of kells, celtic art, celtic designs. The book of kells is a richly decorated manuscript containing the four gospels of the new testament. Celtic spiral necklace features an enameled book of kells design along with a gold plated finish. Trinity gift shop official trinity college dublin gifts. The pattern of intertwining cords and interlace is derived from eastern and celtic art, and passed into the repertoire of british and irish art.
The glorious book of kells is one of the finest examples of celtic art. Celtic jewelry designs inspired by ancient celtic manuscripts including the book of kells and the works of various celtic artists and sold on our celtic cart, beside grafton street dublin, in ireland. It is believed to have been transcribed by irish monks around the year 800 ad and it is a magnum opus of calligraphy and represents the apex of enlightenment. It is probable that the illumination was begun in the late 8th century at the irish monastery on the scottish island of iona and that after a viking raid the.
Scottish green marble solid silver pendant filigree shield design, celtic knotwork, book of kells free worldwide shipping 7220x twoskiesscotland 5 out of 5. The book of kells, an illuminated manuscript containing the four gospels of the new testament, is widely regarded as a masterpiece of celtic design and calligraphy. The book of kells, one of great treasures of medieval europe, is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin, containing four gospels of new testament matthew, mark, luke and john together with various prefatory texts and tables. The book of kells, one of irelands great treasures is also a european cultural icon, and is among our top ten tourist attractions. Coin necklace celtic bird design irish harp book of kells dublin eire.
Our innovative shop connects designers and customers through a range of exclusive products rooted in the values and traditions of trinity college. Trinity offers iconic meeting and event space, stylish dining and over 600 bedrooms on its historical campus. The eighthcentury book of kells is an ornate, handcopied illuminated manuscript of the gospelsone of the most important pieces of early celtic art in the world. The book of kells is a beautiful illuminated gospel book of the late 8th century. The book turning darkness into light when iona was. This area had originally housed the philosophy school. Subscribe to the jmh jewellery mailing list and receive updates on all of our latest products, offers and other discount information. A brief overview the book of kells itself is an irish manuscript that contains the four gospels, along with the eusebian canons, also known as the book of columba, the manuscript is believed to be a relic from the late 500 a. Jewellery gifts trinity gift shop trinity college dublin. Check out our book of kells selection for the very best in unique or custom. Henry jones was the man who ensured no harm came to the book, and eventually presented it to trinity college dublin in 1661, where it has remained ever since apart from a few. The book of kells is located at the trinity college in dublin and it is open for public visits, most times the book of kells contains the four gospels of the christian scriptures written in black, red, purple, and yellow ink in an insular majuscule script, preceded by prefaces, summaries, and concordances of gospel passages. With over 2000 of the oldest books housed in this gorgeous library, plus the book of kells, the 9th century gospel manuscript, what else could you ask for. Authentic irish jewellery book of kells design cufflinks celtic dublin.
Almost all of the folios of the book of kells contain small illuminations like. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin, trinity is perfectly located to explore the city. We design and craft precious, handmade heirlooms for you and yours with love and care in our workshop in dublin, ireland. The book of kells has been lost, stolen, mishandled, abused, and finally protected, but what is left of it has now been copied and is available as an ipad download. Sterling silver celtic pendant with design inspired by the book of kells. The book of kells remained here until 1007, when it was stolen. Original illustrations formed into silver metal clay, combined with hand built components then fired solid. Meaning of celtic knot designs as a whole, celtic knot designs have become a symbol of cultural pride. Carpet page from lindisfarne gospels, showing knotwork detail. But these were torn off when the book was stolen and the rest thrown in a ditch, from.
Patricks day special tshirts, my brotherinlaws tie and a special gift of the book of kells history and highlights to my doctor in germany. The long room the main chamber of the old library, the long room, is nearly 65 metres in length, and houses around 200,000 of the librarys oldest books. Celtic and old norse designs dover pictorial archive. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Book of kells jewellery collection is created by solvar after being inspired by irish most famous medieval the book of kells manuscript. Trinity college library, dublin that is a masterpiece of the ornate hibernosaxon style. With no beginning and no end, this intricate decoration is a sign of eternal life and never ending love. Whilst only a pretty slim book of some 44 pages, im really pleased with it.
Best collection of free jewelry making tutorials, craft ideas, design inspirations, tips and tricks and trends the beading gems journal. See more ideas about book of kells, celtic art and illuminated manuscript. As an irish citizen abroad, i have long enjoyed the trinity gift shop gifts and newslettersyour items have been my book of kells christmas cards, my sisters favourite necklace and jewellery, my two sons st. The book of kells, now on display at trinity college dublin, present the four gospels in vibrant colors and celtic designs such as this gorgeous pendant. Celtic jewelry history and information tagged book of kells. Today the book of kells remains a testimony to the artistry which produced this lasting legacy. Trinity knot celtic jewellery collection solvar irish. See more ideas about book of kells, jewelry and celtic. The rings are available in yellow gold, white gold, palladium and platinum.
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