The Kelpies (necklace)

Oh the intricacies of this piece and stunning acrylics!

In Scottish folklore, a kelpie is a shape-shifting water creature that can appear on land as a horse. They appear as grey or white horses, the sound of their hooves are often mistaken for thunder in the riverbed glens and lochs, then traveller beware! Legend has it the Kelpie will entice a weary and lost soul to ride on it's back, then carry them down into water.

I took my inspiration for this piece from The Aberlemno Sculptured Stones, they are a series of Pictish standing stones originating in and around the village of Aberlemno in Scotland. The 5th picture shows kelpies carved into a standing stone with their galloping hooves and water serpent tail. The Celtic knot depicts the flow of the waters.

Measuring 65mm x 67mm.

This beautiful piece has a lovely ripple base with fret work. Silver plated metal chain with stainless steel findings.

Limited edition to 30 pieces. Also comes as a brooch.