(above) Early example of spirals carved into a rock that guarded or filled the entrance to a Celtic burial mound at Newgrange in Southern Ireland. The Stone is approximately 1.5 metres high and the mound was constructed in approximately 3,000 BC which means it is over 5,000 years old
William R. Stolpin 1998, Woodcut Celtic Art traditionally deals with repeating patterns that symbolise the rythmns of nature and life represented through an intricate patterns. Early examples show spirals and swirls carved into rocks for ceremonial purposes, later examples are more decorative.
Information on Newgrange: http://www.yourirish.com/newgrange.htm
Book of Kells famous illustrated Celtic Manuscript, uses similar repeating pattern and wrapping knot work
Link to website with other pages: http://www.snake.net/people/paul/kells/
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