The circular Celtic knotwork pendant is one of the most consistent forms in Scotland's decorative silver tradition. The disc or roundel providing a natural field for knotwork composition, its enclosed geometry lending itself to symmetrical, self-contained designs. Where some circular knotwork pieces achieve their effect through density and all-over coverage, others work through a more open, architecturally structured arrangement of strands. Fewer in number but bolder in form, the negative spaces between them becoming as important to the composition as the strands themselves.
This pendant presents a smooth circular outer ring enclosing an open knotwork design of five interlocking looped forms arranged in a radial, near-symmetrical pattern around a central point. The strands are broad and rounded in section, their curves sweeping generously through the interior of the disc and crossing one another in a sequence that produces a continuous, unbroken composition. The open spaces between the strands give the piece a light, airy quality distinct from denser knotwork designs, the pattern readable at a glance while rewarding closer inspection. The silver throughout is finished to a high mirror polish, with strong, clean light reflection across every surface. A smooth bail connects the pendant above.
At 18mm diameter, it is neat and well-proportioned. 925 sterling silver. Bail fitting.
Product Code: SP2106
The circular Celtic knotwork pendant is one of the most consistent forms in Scotland's decorative silver tradition. The disc or roundel providing a natural field for knotwork composition, its enclosed geometry lending itself to symmetrical, self-contained designs. Where some circular knotwork pieces achieve their effect through density and all-over coverage, others work through a more open, architecturally structured arrangement of strands. Fewer in number but bolder in form, the negative spaces between them becoming as important to the composition as the strands themselves.
This pendant presents a smooth circular outer ring enclosing an open knotwork design of five interlocking looped forms arranged in a radial, near-symmetrical pattern around a central point. The strands are broad and rounded in section, their curves sweeping generously through the interior of the disc and crossing one another in a sequence that produces a continuous, unbroken composition. The open spaces between the strands give the piece a light, airy quality distinct from denser knotwork designs, the pattern readable at a glance while rewarding closer inspection. The silver throughout is finished to a high mirror polish, with strong, clean light reflection across every surface. A smooth bail connects the pendant above.
At 18mm diameter, it is neat and well-proportioned. 925 sterling silver. Bail fitting.
Product Code: SP2106
