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George Bain Hunting Rug at Walker Metalsmiths

George Bain Hunting Rug at Walker Metalsmiths
Discover the rare George Bain Hunting Carpet displayed at Walker Metalsmiths in Andover, NY. Learn about the father of the Celtic Renaissance, the symbolism in his masterwork, and Stephen Walker's research into the George Bain Collection at Groam House Museum in Scotland. Continue reading
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Embracing Shamrockery

Embracing Shamrockery
Master craftsman Stephen Walker shares his transformation from dismissing shamrocks as kitsch to embracing them as authentic symbols of Irish heritage. Discover the shamrock's journey from 1641 coins to famine-era emigration, and why it crosses cultural and sectarian divides as a true emblem of Irish identity. Continue reading
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The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980

The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980
Stephen Walker and three co-authors chronicle 150 years of Celtic jewelry history in this definitive book—from the Victorian Revival in Dublin and Scottish Highlands, through the pioneering Ritchie family of Iona, to the modern Celtic Renaissance. Illustrated with 69 color photographs and 29 black and white images, this is the scholarly foundation for understanding contemporary Celtic design. Continue reading
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In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design

In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design
Explore the mystery of Celtic knotwork symbolism. Stephen Walker reveals what art historians say about trinity knots and interlace designs, examines how modern craftsmen created meanings like "endless paths" and continuum, and explains why Celtic art's greatest power lies in its ability to connect past and present through living tradition. Continue reading
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