Since the earliest times the people of Ireland have produced works of art and articles of jewelry of exception quality and beauty. During the eight century Europe produced little of compatible quality. In the dark ages the rest of Europe languished in what has been described as artistic desolation, the arts in Ireland flourished, so when condition outside the county improved, the skills and knowledge accumulated were exported, mainly by the monastic orders.

Many scholar's claim he origins of Irish art can be traced to the stone age with its abstract and often geometrical designs, these works were a powerful Celtic counterbalance to the classical heritage of Rome. Examples of this can be seen in the illuminated manuscripts produced by monks across Ireland.

Ireland still has a myriad of craft workers and artists working away in the tradition of their predecessors, many in remote parts of the country, Their patrons now not the church, the lord of the manor or the tribal chief, but the public. Below you will find details of people who will be able to supply you with bespoke works of art in various mediums.

See our page on Irish Gold.