EYE OF THE DRAGON

This week  we  take a look at the facts behind one of our favorite creatures of fantasy:

“THE DRAGON ”

Dragon by artist K. Pfeilschiefter

Dragons occur in many legends around the world, but generally fall into two categories: European dragons and Asian dragons. European dragons are often winged, while Asian dragons resemble large snakes. 
Typically depicted as serpentine or reptilian with either scaly or feathered bodies, the array of dragon physicality is vast. The creature can have a variable number of legs or no legs at all, is often seen with a row of dorsal fins, can be multi-headed or even have horns or tusks.

Dragon Family -Varna, Bulgaria

Commonly believed to be hatched from eggs, dragons are said to breathe fire or acidic poison. Their blood and organs can be poisonous or contain magical healing properties.

Fire Breather

Holding spiritual significance,  dragons are associated with wisdom, longevity, magic and the supernatural.

Revered as representative of the primal forces of nature, they are affiliated with the elements: Water, Air, Fire and Earth. 

In some cultures they are said to be capable of human speech, while others say dragons taught the human race to speak. 

Early cartographers used the Latin phrase ‘hic sunt dracones’ (here be dragons) to indicate dangerous or unexplored territories in imitation of the medieval practice of placing sea serpents on the blank areas of their maps.

"Hic Sunt Dracones"

Dragon Whisper Cuff Bracelet

European dragons are often portrayed guarding treasure hoards, while Asian dragons are pictured with pearls. Russian mythologies place emphasis on three-headed dragon, whose heads grow back, if cut off. Ethiopia was supposedly once inhabited by a species of dragon that hunted elephants. 

Water dragon

Jewish religious texts contain extraordinary references to dragons as sea-monsters, and according to an ancient creation myth, the Vietnamese people are descended from a dragon and a fairy. 

In all cultures around the world one thing seems to prevail: the dragon is a creature of great power. 

In modern times to use the word dragon in a name, object or office, is to imply greatness and strength. 

The fascination with this mysterious creature continues to grow as witnessed by the frequent use of the dragon in books, games, movies and the entertainment industry in general.

At Kirks Folly, we love dragons, they are one of the most frequently requested items from our collectors-right next to mermaids! Our dragon designs often associate the magnificent beast with the magical lore of wizards and kings, witches and unicorns, but we embrace the spirit of this powerful creature in all of its marvelous forms.

Take courage from the heart of the dragon and…

“SPARKLE THE WORLD”

Do dragons fascinate you? 

Please share your thoughts on this extraordinary creature with us in the comment box.

And take a look at this exciting video that uses technology to explore the possibility that dragons once roamed the earth.

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