The Celtic knot tattoo seems to have started on the American West Coast in the 1970s and '80s, part of a trend in tattooing called blackwork: big, black geometric designs — much bolder than the ...

Celtic knots, circles, and nature are frequently at the forefront of Celtic tattoos. Over the past few years, Celtic tattoos have gained popularity for their intricate designs and powerful symbolism.

The thousand-year-old image of the Celtic Knot, characterized by thick interlocking lines that looks like rope, has quickly become the most common tattoo for wide-eyed Irish-Americans. NPR’s Ari ...

As a result, the cross has both religious and secular meanings and is a popular tattoo design. The Celtic shield knot consists of a circle with four quadrants and interwoven lines connecting each ...

The Celtic knot tattoo seems to have started on the American West Coast in the 1970s and '80s, part of a trend in tattooing called blackwork: big, black geometric designs — much bolder than the ...