The square Celtic knotwork motif draws on a geometric strand of the Celtic decorative tradition that sits at the intersection of interlace and architectural form. The use of square rather than circular or organic framing gives the knotwork a more formal, structured character, its right-angled outer frame containing the interlaced inner strands with a precision that connects the design to the grid-based compositional thinking found in the most sophisticated examples of Celtic manuscript art. The elongated drop format, with its tapering upper stem, reflects a design sensibility that bridges the Celtic tradition and the refined linearity of early twentieth century Scottish decorative arts.
Each earring presents a slender, tapering stem that widens and flares gently as it descends from the fish hook fitting, its surfaces smooth and flat with clean edges. At the base, a square knotwork form sits in a diamond orientation, its outer frame of four curved square-cornered sides enclosing a compact interlaced inner composition of four looping strands that cross and recross within the framed space. The contrast between the plain, elongated stem above and the intricate geometric knotwork below gives the earring a strong compositional balance. The silver throughout is finished to a high mirror polish. Fish hook fitting above.
Approximately 2.3g per pair. 925 sterling silver. Fish hook fitting.
Product Code: SE1723
The square Celtic knotwork motif draws on a geometric strand of the Celtic decorative tradition that sits at the intersection of interlace and architectural form. The use of square rather than circular or organic framing gives the knotwork a more formal, structured character, its right-angled outer frame containing the interlaced inner strands with a precision that connects the design to the grid-based compositional thinking found in the most sophisticated examples of Celtic manuscript art. The elongated drop format, with its tapering upper stem, reflects a design sensibility that bridges the Celtic tradition and the refined linearity of early twentieth century Scottish decorative arts.
Each earring presents a slender, tapering stem that widens and flares gently as it descends from the fish hook fitting, its surfaces smooth and flat with clean edges. At the base, a square knotwork form sits in a diamond orientation, its outer frame of four curved square-cornered sides enclosing a compact interlaced inner composition of four looping strands that cross and recross within the framed space. The contrast between the plain, elongated stem above and the intricate geometric knotwork below gives the earring a strong compositional balance. The silver throughout is finished to a high mirror polish. Fish hook fitting above.
Approximately 2.3g per pair. 925 sterling silver. Fish hook fitting.
Product Code: SE1723
