A whimsical blend of Irish pride, skilled artisanship, and cuteness, our Irish Sheep Gothic Panel is the perfect addition to bring personality and fun to your home. Whether you display it in your child’s bedroom, your kitchen, or your living room, it is sure to make you smile every time you see it. Our panel is specially designed in Ireland by the master artisans at Royal Tara, known for decades as creators of high-quality ceramics, china, glass and giftware. Crafted from hand-painted stained glass, our panel features sweet little sheep on rolling green hills, the perfect mascots to brighten your day. These friendly faces are a common sight in Ireland, with cozy hand-knit Aran sweaters made from the wool of adorable mountain sheep just like the ones in our panel. These sheep are also framed with brightly colored, charming shamrock and trinity knot detailing, with wishes for good fortune and long life.
Measuring 20 centimeters (roughly 8 inches) by 9.5 centimeters (4 inches), our stunning panel comes already packaged in a gift box, conveniently gift-ready for special occasions. It also comes with a hook for hanging, so it’s ready to go right out of the box! No matter where you show it off, our radiant panel will bring joy to everyone who sees it. Royal Tara Royal Tara Giftware has always worked to offer the highest quality goods, with a strong emphasis on functionality, originality, and creative Celtic themes. Royal Tara began producing fine china in Galway in 1953, and now creates stunning giftware and home décor in a variety of media—from wooden wall plaques and frames to brass door knockers. Our gorgeous stained-glass plaque is part of the most recent development of Royal Tara’s craftsmanship, inspired by Ireland’s ancient illuminated manuscripts and designed to bring color and sparkle to your home.
Shamrocks evoke immediate thoughts of Ireland, and for good reason. The shamrock has been used as an Irish national symbol since the 18th century, much like the thistle is used in Scotland and the rose in England. The plant was considered sacred to the Irish Druids due to its cluster of three heart-shaped leaves. Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is said to have used the shamrock as a metaphor for the Christian holy trinity. Today, it is featured on many buildings as a decorative motif, lampposts, postcards, and postage stamps. Our beautiful stained-glass panel proudly features hand-painted shamrocks in celebration of the Irish national heritage, history, and culture.
Celtic knots are distinctive symbols, perhaps some of the most recognizable artwork in Celtic history. The knots have been a part of Celtic and Irish artwork for centuries; they first started appearing in history around 450 A.D. There are many possible meanings for the knots--many related to the knots’ endless nature. In the pattern, there is no discernible beginning or end, which is sometimes said to be a reflection of the timeless nature of the spirit, an uninterrupted life cycle, and the infinite cycle of birth and rebirth in both the physical and spiritual realms. In ancient times, gifts adorned with these mystic knots often bestowed best wishes for the longevity of luck with new endeavors--perfect for a housewarming, wedding, or other special occasions.
