Protector Celtic Cross Tattoo Design monkey from an ancient Viking rune

from an ancient Viking rune stone in Uppland

The woad was a skin paint

The scientist for whom this pattern was created as a symbol of frontier optics research explains it thus: "To me

A special request led to this cornucopia shaped triangle of knotwork that is curved to fit in the place on the top of the shoulder where military uniform epaulettes are positioned

in the small Irish graveyard where I made the grave rubbing that became this tattoo pattern

Protector Celtic Cross Tattoo Design monkey from an ancient Viking runeMany of those who take on the responsibility of protecting others wear the cross as their badge of honor. A grave rubbing from an ancient cross in Ireland is here translated into a tattoo, and becomes a shield of faith.