Eithne - from the Old Irish etne, the kernel - the sweet heart of the nut, the part worth keeping, and no small thing in a land whose stories feed wisdom itself on hazelnuts. In the oldest mythology the name belongs at the very source of the light: Eithne - Ethniu - was the mother of the god Lug, Lugh of the Long Arm, the many-gifted one, so every telling of his brilliance begins with her. Early saints carried the name, and queens - and in our own time the best-selling Irish solo artist in history has carried it all along, for Enya was born Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, in the Donegal Gaeltacht of Gweedore. The full story of Eithne - its meaning, history, and place in Ireland - is set down in the print.
This print
Created in the Celtic uncial script tradition, with original Celtic knotwork ornament designed by Maggi Geraghty. Each print tells the meaning, history and mythology of the name - researched and lettered in the west of Ireland.
What you receive
A fine art giclée print, professionally printed and shipped directly to your door.
Size: your choice of 8 × 10 inches (20 × 25 cm) or 16 × 20 inches (40 × 50 cm)
Paper: 200gsm Enhanced Matte Art Paper (Fine Art Trade Guild approved)
Unframed - fits a standard frame in your chosen size.
Free shipping
Printed locally and shipped free to the USA, Ireland, UK, and Australia.
Any trouble at all, email studio@mayocalligraphy.com and Maggi will sort it out for you. We're based in Ireland, so if there's a time difference, don't worry - you'll always hear back within 24 hours.
Occasions
New baby gift · christening · First Holy Communion · Confirmation · birthday - or simply a celebration of the name and the person who carries it.
A traditional christening gift for a girl named Eithne - often chosen by a godparent.
About Vault Impressions
Vault Impressions brings the Vault of Irish Names to life as fine art prints - giclée quality on museum-grade paper, printed close to you and shipped to your door. Each print carries the full story of the name.
Maggi Geraghty Mayo Calligraphy
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