OX - Symbol of St Luke Folio 27v

Drawn from the evangelist symbols of the Book of Kells, the winged ox represents St. Luke and the sacrificial nature of Christ revealed through compassion, humility, and devotion. Inspired by the prophetic visions of Ezekiel and the Book of Revelation, the four sacred beings became enduring symbols within early Christian illumination.

Elaborate interlace, radiant color, and flowing ornament transform the figure into a luminous expression of sacred artistry, where symbolic meaning and manuscript design become inseparable.

Hand-painted in enamel on traditional Palestinian hand-blown glass from Bethlehem, this ornament unites Celtic illumination with ancient Middle Eastern glassmaking traditions.