Dragons
Three
Dragons
approx. 1"w x 1 1/4"h
412-088
$20.00
Throughout
history, The Dragon has been a symbol of great importance.
The Dragon has been revered in Eastern cultures as a symbol of enlightenment
and spiritual
perfection and was thought to be a symbol of Happiness.
The Dragon was thought to be the only creature able to create
The Potion of Immortality. In Chinese philosophy, the Dragon represented procreation
and fertility;
the yang essence of life itself. The Emperor was often symbolized by the Dragon.
In Western cultures, the Dragon was more often seen as the untamed
and unbridled force of nature; the physical force of nature,
as well as human nature. Man had to conquer the Dragon to ensure peace and
civility.
The Dragon was seen by Early Christians as Lucifer,
or The Devil. The Dragon was the evil serpent that must be slain in a battle
of good vs.. evil.
Although the Dragon was viewed with disparity among many cultures, it was
always
seen as a powerful symbol of great significance. The Three Dragons incorporates
the
symbol into an intricate, interwoven threefold pattern. The Three Dragons
twist themselves
into a trefoil knot creating a powerful symbol of unity and protection.
The spiritual Eastern Dragon and the wild and lustful Western Dragon
combine with the Neutral third Dragon to bring an enduring wholeness to this
archetypal symbol.
The knots and spirals of wings and tails create
an exquisite labyrinth of meditative lines. This world is a vast unbroken
totality,
A deep solidarity joins its contrary powers.
___Sri Aurobindo Ghose
© Joseph Masselli 2007
The Dragon
Shield
Available as Pendant or Cloak Pin!
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Dragons
were born of the Elements; creatures of Earth and ocean; creatures of flight;
of fire and thunder; creatures of great Mysticism and Magic. Dragons emerged
at the
Beginning; the time of Creation; the time of chaos. Dragons were born long
before men set foot upon the earth;
ancient creatures, erudite, possessed of the wisdom of the ages. Legend says
that Dragons-being
born of the elements, became Protectors of the Skies, Seas, the Earth, and
Mankind.
As more and more men began to inhabit the earth, Dragonkind began to change.
The mighty, flying serpents of cosmic proportions, evolved into varying sizes,
colors and powers.
These dragons were still Powerful and Magical creatures, possessed of great
Wisdom;
but they were no longer battling gods; they were forced to battle men. Humankind
valued
what dragonkind protected, and humans wanted these things for themselves.
Whether it was land, or gold, or precious gems, humankind wanted what the
dragon had,
and great heroes were born to become dragonslayers. It's unlikely that the
dragons desired
to be the enemy of men. Some dragons took on the power of speech, and shape-shifted
into human form, just to walk among mortals. But as young men, became more
skilled in dragon slaying,
as precursor to becoming knights and winning fair maidens, dragons were forced
to engage
in battles for their survival. The Dragons of the Shield are of these later
dragons; creatures wise
in the ways of men, but forgiving of man as an infant race; a race not ready
to co-exist with those
unlike it's own. So the Dragons took flight in search of other lands. The
famous Four Dragons
Of Chinese Myth saved humanity from the wrath of the Gods even though the
dragons lost their lives
in the process. The artwork of this Shield is based on a 9th century Anglo-Saxon
brooch.
Mr. Bennett designed this shield to protect our warriors that are in harms
way.
His hope is that the war will be over soon and the troops will be able to
return to their loved ones.
An original
desgn by Chris Benett for Pepi and Company
© Joseph Masselli 2004
Much
of dragonlore tells us that dragons
were loathsome beasts and evil enemies to humankind.
But dragons were born of a time other than men; a time of chaos;
a time of creation out of destruction!
The Dragon is a fabulous and universal symbolic figure
found in most cultures throughout the world.
Some examples of the symbology of the Dragon are:
The Gnostics: “the way through all things.” Alchemy :
“ a winged dragon - the volatile elements; without wings
- the fixed elements.“ The Chinese: “the spirit of the way ,
bringing eternal change.
The guardian of the “Flaming Pearl” symbol of Spiritual Perfection.
A powerful amulet for Luck!!
The medieval peoples thought of the dragon
as a guardian of hidden treasures and therefore a symbol of Good Luck!
Rishi Dragon
(click on image to read full story)
The
Dragon is a fabulous and universal symbolic figure found in most cultures
world wide.
The medieval peoples thought of the dragon
as a guardian of hidden treasures and therefore a symbol of Good Luck.
An original design by Linda Masselli for Pepi and Co. copyright 2000
actual size 1" w x 1 7/8" h
412-015
$20.00
Beowulf's Dragon
(click image to see full story)
Inspired
by the early Anglo-Saxon epic poem, “Beowulf”,
this pendant brings us to a time of heroism and valor.
For three-hundred winters, so the story goes,
the dragon guarded the hoard of treasures left by the ancient warriors.
Until one ill-fated night when a man of questionable intentions
entered the cave and plundered a goblet made of pure gold.
The dragon awoke in anger and set out to hunt down the man who robbed him.
He took vengeance by besetting the land with flames!
actual size 1 1/4" diameter
412-014
$20.00
Gothic
Dragon
(click
image to read full story)
Created
in a “Gothic” style, this magnificent beast
is reminiscent of a time when dragons flew the skies like huge birds.
Enjoy the fantasy of this original design, let your energies flow with the
dragon,
and keep the spirit of dragonkind alive!
actual size 1 3/8" w x 1 3/8" h
412-602
$20.00
Dragon of the Moon
(click image to read full story)
Our
“Dragon of the Moon” is an art noveau design
which has been rediscovered and reproduced by Pepi and Company.
This magical amulet will bring you luck in love,
enchantment to your dreams, and rebirth to your spirit!
actual size 1 1/8" w x 2"h
412-010
$20.00
Wizard's Companion
actual size 2&1/8" H X 7/8"W
412-620
$15.00
Treasure Keeper
(click on image to see full story)
The
early Chinese believed in four Magical, Spiritual, and Benevolent animals;
the Dragon, the Phoenix, the Tortoise,
and the Unicorn. The dragon was the most revered of all.
Ancient scholars characterized these glorious beasts
according to color, body style, and purpose.
Our “Treasure Keeper” is one of these magical dragons.
This beautiful and mystical creature is the guardian of all the jewels,
Gold, and Silver hidden in the earth.
In it’s claw it holds an enormous magical pearl,
which has the power to multiply whatever it touches!
actual size 1 1/8" diameter
412-601
$10.00
Dragon Hawk
This
majestic dragon of flight symbolizes
one of the mighty serpents born at the time of creation.
Our “Dragonhawk” was a protector of the skies
and a magical creature of great mysticism and knowledge.
Wear it as a talisman for your protection and feel the spirit of the dragon!
actual size 1 1/8" diameter
412-642
$15.00
Draco
actual size 1 3/8" diameter
412-606
$15.00
Winged Serpent
actual size 1 3/8" w x 1 1/8"h
412-682
$10.00
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