A combination of Nordic style dragon heads with Celtic knotwork to make an overall heart-shaped silhouette

A Celtic triskelion pattern from an ancient cathedral's stained glass window forms the centerpiece of this tattoo design

This particular pattern was found on the shield of King Raedwald

and his wife's initial in the heart

as shown here

Wolfhound Shoulder Tattoo with Celtic Design england A combination of Nordic styleFilling the entire upper arm and stretching onto the shoulder, this integrated piece combines three elements into a sculptural tattoo pattern. The triple Irish Wolfhound pattern in the center gives the focus, surrounded by a ring, that is linked into an epaulette of knotwork that curves to fit the shoulder. The dogs could be replaced with any circular knot or design, if desired.