Celtic Crafts The Living Tradition
Celtic Crafts The Living Tradition by David James, published by Blandford in 1997, explores the rich heritage of Celtic craftsmanship. This edition features 160 pages filled with historical and practical information, showcasing various art forms such as gold and silverwork, textiles, leatherwork, and hand-painted glass. The book highlights how contemporary craftsworkers continue the legacy of their Celtic forebears through stunning creations, including intricately designed jewelry and beautifully embroidered garments.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the techniques and artistry behind these crafts, complemented by lush photographs that introduce each craft and its acclaimed masters. The book presents a variety of pieces, from a fine Welsh gold ring commissioned by the Archbishop of Wales to silver brooches adorned with elaborate interlacing designs. Additionally, it features Celtic motifs inspired by nature, including power animals like horses and eagles, reflecting the deep connection between these crafts and Celtic mythology.
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“Gorgeous gold and silverwork. Stunning carvings and sculptures. Richly embroidered garments, melodious and percussive instruments, and images both pagan and Christian. As the centuries-old legacy of Celtic forebears, these arts reveal how today’s craftsworkers carry on their glorious tradition. Filled with historical and practical information, every luscious photograph introduces a particular craft and acclaimed masters of each art. The forms presented include enamel work, textiles, leatherwork, and hand-painted glass. Examine a fine Welsh gold ring, inset with a garnet, commissioned by the Archbishop of Wales. A silver necklace features a delicate knotwork design, while three silver brooches have elaborate interlacing and zoomorphic art. Other pendants, earrings, and sculptures have Celtic ‘power animals, ‘ such as horses, eagles, bears, and bulls which take their inspiration from nature or capture Celtic deities.”– “The Celtic Connection
. 160 pages (60 in color), 7 3/4 x 9 1/2.
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