we can surmise that they would have copied the spirals found on contemporary stone carvings

capping the shoulder to extend an upper arm tattoo into a sleeve

A very complex and unusual Pictish key pattern from the Maiden Stone forms a ring around the sacred seven spiral from the Aberlemno stone

this unique fusion of Celtic and traditional Maori tattoo art from New Zealand is an experiment with a happy result

it makes a bold statement synthesizing many styles

Thistle and Shamrocks Tattoo with Celtic Design cat we can surmise that theyThe perfect expression of the floral heritage of those who can trace their lineage to both Scotland and Ireland, united in a Celtic ring of knotwork. A tattoo for all Celts.