Irish history and the Celtic traditions are abundant with images depicting their heritage. The rich heritage was represented by renowned symbols. These well known symbols included the Celtic cross and the Celtic knot. Celtic and Irish art has been modified and used in tattoo designs. Throughout the ages Irish and Celtic people have drawn pride from their heritage and used these images to decorate their possessions. Their weaponry also contained crests and seals that reflected the heritage.
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These passionate beliefs and ideals of this ancient group of people are represented today in the Irish tattoo designs that are inked on the new generation of Irish descendants. These uncomplicated artistic qualities of irish ancient art work are represented in the tattoos of today.
Tattooing was never an intricate part of their heritage as it was New Zealand with the maori. That said there is a rich history to draw ideas for tattooing from. Celtic spiritualism and religious designs along with beliefs of the time are contained in historical books like the “Book of Kells”. Different symbols were used for different ceremonies and many Celtic and Irish designs were used to mark graves and would often impart something about the individual buried there.
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Be sure to conduct thorough research for irish tattoo design. You can learn a lot about irish history when doing your research which will enhance the connection with your chosen tattoo design. Learning about the history behind the symbols and design will help you with the decision making process for your final design piece.
People believe that there tattoo can bring them good luck this is why symbols like four leaf clovers are very popular. Leprechaun tattoos are hugely popular also. This mythical practical joker is depicted in a green coat and likes to get up to mischief.
Another popular Irish tattoo design is the four leaf clover. People have this tattoo to represent their good luck or as a charm to have good fortune brought into their life.
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