Celtic House Blessing in Cast Paper Original design, handmade & hand-painted. Beautiful Celtic Gift The Keepsake Story is on the back to cherish forever. Beautifully matted with a high-quality frame option. Cast Paper art has a unique dimension & striking beauty. Unique Celtic gift for housewarming, new home, or realtor closing The dimensions are 8 x 16 & this artwork is intended to be displayed as wall decor Inspirational Irish Proverb May your troubles be less, & your blessing be more, & nothing but happiness, Come through your door. The Keepsake Story -The crown & cross represent the Spirit of Clan, the guiding force of the Celtic culture. This also shows the protective efforts of the -ancestor's spirits. -The flora design denotes awe & respect for the forces of nature. -The Celtic Family Circle - The top two rings represent parenthood & the equal status of husband & wife in the Celtic culture. The lower ring shows the natural dominion of parents over children & their obligation of protection & care. -The connective design denotes the bonds of the family. -The Irish Hounds at the base represent the dominion of man over the beasts & their responsibility to be worthy guardians. I can customize the story to be gender-neutral or exclude any part to make it a better fit for the intended recipient. More about Celtic Knots Celtic knots are a type of design that is found in Celtic art. They are also known as Irish knots or Scottish knots. Celtic knots are usually made up of interlocking lines, & they often have no beginning or end. Celtic knots can be used as a symbol of protection, as they are believed to ward off evil spirits. Celtic knots are also seen as a symbol of eternity, as they represent the never-ending cycle of life. in some cases, Celtic knots may also be seen as a blessing, as they are thought to bring good luck to those who wear them. What is Cast Paper? Cast Paper is a handmade paper that is molded to create dimension. The process I use is self-developed & unique. Step 1 - I carve an original out of wax. This can take a very long time depending on the size of the piece. Step 2 - I make a rubber mold from the original carving. Multiple castings can be made from a mold. Step 3 - We take 100% cotton fiber & grind it with water to a workable pulp. This pulp is worked & pressed into the mold. Step 4 - The casting is dried, trimmed, & checked for imperfections. Not all casting makes it past this step. Step 5 - The dried castings are hand-painted with high-quality acrylic pigments. This is where I spend most of my time. Step 6 - Each casting is beautifully mounted for display. What are my matting & framing options? Mat Options. This work of art is mounted for display on an acid-free mat board with a top mat & a liner mat. A hidden foam spacer is between the mats & back to create depth for the artwork. The color options are listed from top to