Artisan Celtic Dog Necklace - Handmade in the U.S.A.

Description

Handmade Porcelain Celtic Dog Pendant with Celtic Knotwork on a 24 inch black silk cord.

A unique ivory fine porcelain pendant handmade with original artwork in black.  The elegant Celtic detailing is designed by an American artist. The simple and elegant Celtic image sits inside a ring of Celtic knotwork - a tribute to ancient Celtic heritage.

Powerful charms of protection and strength, this pendant will make a meaningful gift.

Oval: 1 3/4” x 1″ pendant size on a 24" black silk cord. Comes in a gift box with information card.

History of the Artisan Porcelain & Design

This artisan hand-crafted porcelain jewelry is unique. The process and beautiful piece is unlike any others… these one of a kind pieces are created in the artist's studio in DeWitt, Michigan.

The processes used to create these pieces was developed over 40 years ago by George Dear in Scotland.  Today, there are nine different artists that work to create the perfect image for each piece.  This includes artists in Canada, the United States, and in Scotland.

History of the Dog in Celtic Art

The dog holds profound significance in Celtic art and mythology, symbolizing loyalty, protection, and spiritual guardianship. In ancient Celtic culture, dogs were revered as noble companions to warriors and heroes, often depicted in intricate knotwork and carved stone as symbols of fidelity and courage.

Celtic artisans frequently incorporated canine imagery into jewelry and decorative arts, believing the dog's presence invoked strength and safeguarding energy. This necklace honors that rich tradition, bringing the timeless Celtic reverence for the dog into wearable art—a connection to ancestral wisdom and the protective qualities these noble creatures have represented for centuries.