Celtic Art
| One of the great things that the Celts are known for is their art. Celtic art is a great manifestation of the beauty of symmetry and symbolism. The intriguing part of any Celtic art is the complexity and the intricate details of the symbols it incorporates in its artworks. It has in them the classic interpretation of the sign and figure of 6th century art. |  |
Celtic art is one of the prime artworks of the medieval period. It comes in various forms that are influenced by a number of people and the era of that time. Periodic eras depict some of the emotions that are dramatically transformed into their art.
Celtic Art during the Iron Age is greatly associated with La Tene. Examples of this kind of art root from native and Mediterranean oriental sources. Celtic Art in Ireland and Britain has unique regional designs that have traditional and continental influences. When the Renaissance period began, Celtic art borrowed some lines and motifs from the Romans.
Pictish stones are some of the prime works of Celtic art. Picts are inhabitants of the land now known as Scotland. The artworks are mainly stone sculptures and metal art. Picts stones have intricate designs sculptured into stone with amazing abstract shapes and patterns. There are carvings of animals like bulls, eagles, and salmon among others. They are generally depictions of inanimate objects that are encountered in everyday like for example mirrors and combs. Other pictish art stones include face carvings, horsemen, animals and even fictitious beasts. The artworks and the carvings are mostly symbolism.
The hanging bowl is considered a classic piece of Celtic art during the Anglo-Saxon period. These are solely based on Roman art made with materials such as copper and suspension loops which are hung from tripods. One of the famous hanging bowls of this age is the Sutton Hoo, which is one of the most valued remnants of Celtic art.
The Bobbio Orosius is also another priced Celtic art. These are figures of Gospel illustrations done in an intricate geometric patterns and interlaced design. This is also called a carpet page, which is known to have existed since 7th century.
Stone monuments in the form of high crosses are also famous figures of Celtic Art. This kind of art is popular in Ireland, Wales and Scotland. These high crosses are also popularly known as the Celtic cross. The Celtic calendar is also one of the oldest designs of Celtic art, which dates back 1st century.
Today, the magnificence of Celtic art still carries on. It continually influences a number of modern artworks. Museums all over the world acclaim the beauty of Celtic art with rare pieces and valuable works of the Celts on display for art enthusiast and historians to adore.
Original Authors: Jennifer Tumanda
Edit Update Authors: RPN
Updated On: 16/01/2007
