Sheela-Na-Gig Tattoos

Sheela-na-gigs are female  carvings found on walls, abbeys, convents, churches, pillars and other structures in Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, France and Spain. They come in many different shapes and sizes, but all share the same characteristic of a prominent and often enlarged genitals, often held open by the figure's hands. Most date from the middle ages.

Unfortunately, no literature survives from medieval times to give us clues as to why these explicit figures were carved and why they were placed so often on religious edifices.  More information is available at sheelanagigs.com

 

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Shops Featuring Celtic Tattoos

Tattoo of Sheela-na-gig from Kilpek, EnglandPicture of the Sheela-na-gig from Kilpek

This tattoo features a Sheela from Kilpek, England

Tattoo of the sheela-na-gig in Cashel, Co. TipperarySheela-na-gig on display in Rock of Cashel museum

This tattoo features a Sheela from Cashel, Co. Tipperary

 

  Sheela-na-gig located in Co. Galway, Ireland

This sheela-na-gig is found in Ballinderry, Co. Galway and features Celtic spirals.  It is located above the door of a tower.

 

The Sheela-na-gig makes for a perfect  Celtic tattoo, they are unique, interesting, and a definite eye-catcher.

 

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