John Flynn Artist
@johnflynnart.bsky.social
Artist- Archaeology, Mythology, Nature, Folklore. Ink, Digital, Painting, Drawing.
Lover of Stones
Rubicon Archaeology: Graphics/Illustrator
Commissions: [email protected]
Lover of Stones
Rubicon Archaeology: Graphics/Illustrator
Commissions: [email protected]
Cant wait to be doing boss battles of @neiljackman.bsky.social Elden Ring: The Tuatha Edition
Can video games help advance #archaeology? By inputting their 3D model of South Africa's Sterkfontein Caves into the Unreal video game engine, researchers made this key site in human evolution research more accessible than ever #NationalVideoGamesDay
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September 12, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Cant wait to be doing boss battles of @neiljackman.bsky.social Elden Ring: The Tuatha Edition
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This decorated copper axe dates to around 1900-1700 BC, the beginning of Ireland's Bronze Age.
It was found deep in a bog in Brockagh, County Kildare. The anaerobic bog preserved the leather sheath and its strap remarkably well.
See it on display in @nmireland.bsky.social
#Archaeology 🏺 #Ireland
It was found deep in a bog in Brockagh, County Kildare. The anaerobic bog preserved the leather sheath and its strap remarkably well.
See it on display in @nmireland.bsky.social
#Archaeology 🏺 #Ireland
September 12, 2025 at 6:37 PM
This decorated copper axe dates to around 1900-1700 BC, the beginning of Ireland's Bronze Age.
It was found deep in a bog in Brockagh, County Kildare. The anaerobic bog preserved the leather sheath and its strap remarkably well.
See it on display in @nmireland.bsky.social
#Archaeology 🏺 #Ireland
It was found deep in a bog in Brockagh, County Kildare. The anaerobic bog preserved the leather sheath and its strap remarkably well.
See it on display in @nmireland.bsky.social
#Archaeology 🏺 #Ireland
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I'm an immigrant, and I reckon theres a chance I'd know more about Ireland's culture over the millennia than Maria Steen.
One important aspect of Irish culture is that it isn't a static fossil.
It changes & flows, absorbing from other cultures at the same time as others adopt Irish culture in turn
One important aspect of Irish culture is that it isn't a static fossil.
It changes & flows, absorbing from other cultures at the same time as others adopt Irish culture in turn
Maria Steen starting her campaign by claiming immigrants do not share "our" social or culture values all the more amazing in the context of her exposing an extreme and doctrinaire version of Christianity that is not even shared by most of her fellow Christians in Ireland.
September 8, 2025 at 5:51 PM
I'm an immigrant, and I reckon theres a chance I'd know more about Ireland's culture over the millennia than Maria Steen.
One important aspect of Irish culture is that it isn't a static fossil.
It changes & flows, absorbing from other cultures at the same time as others adopt Irish culture in turn
One important aspect of Irish culture is that it isn't a static fossil.
It changes & flows, absorbing from other cultures at the same time as others adopt Irish culture in turn
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⚔️ A really rather splendid Anglo-Scandinavian sword dating to c. AD 900-1000, found at Battersea, London.
A true Viking-Age status symbol in a hyper-violent era.
LI1089.1 (1884.121.21)
On loan from @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social
My 📷 | Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
A true Viking-Age status symbol in a hyper-violent era.
LI1089.1 (1884.121.21)
On loan from @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social
My 📷 | Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
September 2, 2025 at 2:23 PM
⚔️ A really rather splendid Anglo-Scandinavian sword dating to c. AD 900-1000, found at Battersea, London.
A true Viking-Age status symbol in a hyper-violent era.
LI1089.1 (1884.121.21)
On loan from @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social
My 📷 | Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
A true Viking-Age status symbol in a hyper-violent era.
LI1089.1 (1884.121.21)
On loan from @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social
My 📷 | Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
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Skull of a titan
December 8, 2024 at 8:45 PM
Skull of a titan
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🧵 Thanks so much to BBC Radio Scotland for having me on to talk about beautiful Benbecula and those pesky #Vikings today! 📻
Part 2 of 2 🎙
Part 2 of 2 🎙
August 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🧵 Thanks so much to BBC Radio Scotland for having me on to talk about beautiful Benbecula and those pesky #Vikings today! 📻
Part 2 of 2 🎙
Part 2 of 2 🎙
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🧵 Thanks so much to BBC Radio Scotland for having me on to talk about beautiful Benbecula and those pesky #Vikings today! 📻
Here's Part 1 of 2 🎙
I might be elsewhere on BBC Scotland (TV) News, too 📺
#Archaeology #History #Viking #Scotland
Here's Part 1 of 2 🎙
I might be elsewhere on BBC Scotland (TV) News, too 📺
#Archaeology #History #Viking #Scotland
August 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🧵 Thanks so much to BBC Radio Scotland for having me on to talk about beautiful Benbecula and those pesky #Vikings today! 📻
Here's Part 1 of 2 🎙
I might be elsewhere on BBC Scotland (TV) News, too 📺
#Archaeology #History #Viking #Scotland
Here's Part 1 of 2 🎙
I might be elsewhere on BBC Scotland (TV) News, too 📺
#Archaeology #History #Viking #Scotland
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August 21, 2025 at 7:36 PM
steller’s sea cow (Hydrodamalis giganteus)
I recently read Beasts of the Sea by Iida Turpeinen that recounts in dramatic fashion the voyage of Steller, the discovery, subsequent extinction, and the discovery of the skeleton of one and how it ended up In Helsinki. A wonderful book you should read.
I recently read Beasts of the Sea by Iida Turpeinen that recounts in dramatic fashion the voyage of Steller, the discovery, subsequent extinction, and the discovery of the skeleton of one and how it ended up In Helsinki. A wonderful book you should read.
August 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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The Anglo-Saxon 'Abingdon Sword' (c. AD 875).
With parallels to Galloway Hoard artefacts, the figurative (Evangelist) and foliate decoration on this Peterson L-type fragment is executed in engraved and nielloed Trewhiddle style.
The blade is pattern-welded.
My 📷 Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
With parallels to Galloway Hoard artefacts, the figurative (Evangelist) and foliate decoration on this Peterson L-type fragment is executed in engraved and nielloed Trewhiddle style.
The blade is pattern-welded.
My 📷 Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
August 25, 2025 at 1:33 PM
The Anglo-Saxon 'Abingdon Sword' (c. AD 875).
With parallels to Galloway Hoard artefacts, the figurative (Evangelist) and foliate decoration on this Peterson L-type fragment is executed in engraved and nielloed Trewhiddle style.
The blade is pattern-welded.
My 📷 Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
With parallels to Galloway Hoard artefacts, the figurative (Evangelist) and foliate decoration on this Peterson L-type fragment is executed in engraved and nielloed Trewhiddle style.
The blade is pattern-welded.
My 📷 Ref. @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social
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Boulder Burial • the Burren
As their name suggests, boulder burials consist of large boulders supported by smaller stones, covering a small pit that contained cremated human remains.
Though they may resemble a much smaller version of a portal tomb, Irish examples tend to be Bronze Age in date.
As their name suggests, boulder burials consist of large boulders supported by smaller stones, covering a small pit that contained cremated human remains.
Though they may resemble a much smaller version of a portal tomb, Irish examples tend to be Bronze Age in date.
August 23, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Boulder Burial • the Burren
As their name suggests, boulder burials consist of large boulders supported by smaller stones, covering a small pit that contained cremated human remains.
Though they may resemble a much smaller version of a portal tomb, Irish examples tend to be Bronze Age in date.
As their name suggests, boulder burials consist of large boulders supported by smaller stones, covering a small pit that contained cremated human remains.
Though they may resemble a much smaller version of a portal tomb, Irish examples tend to be Bronze Age in date.
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Situated just off the Suck Valley Way walking route, not far from Roscommon, you can find the Castlestrange Stone.
It bears intricate decoration from the Iron Age, known as La Tène art.
The stone was moved here in the 18th or 19th century. Sadly, we do not know where it was taken from originally.
It bears intricate decoration from the Iron Age, known as La Tène art.
The stone was moved here in the 18th or 19th century. Sadly, we do not know where it was taken from originally.
August 19, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Situated just off the Suck Valley Way walking route, not far from Roscommon, you can find the Castlestrange Stone.
It bears intricate decoration from the Iron Age, known as La Tène art.
The stone was moved here in the 18th or 19th century. Sadly, we do not know where it was taken from originally.
It bears intricate decoration from the Iron Age, known as La Tène art.
The stone was moved here in the 18th or 19th century. Sadly, we do not know where it was taken from originally.
Myself and the amazing Hannah Sims had great craic today talking all things archaeology and life in the graphics department for @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social If anyone missed the livestream we'll have the full video up this week. #HeritageWeek
August 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Myself and the amazing Hannah Sims had great craic today talking all things archaeology and life in the graphics department for @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social If anyone missed the livestream we'll have the full video up this week. #HeritageWeek
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If you can't make it on Wednesday there is also this related exhibition of artwork on the ogham stones by the talented @johnflynnart.bsky.social! www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
Ogham Stones of County Mayo Exhibition | National Heritage Week 16th – 24th August 2025
There are 12 recorded ogham stones from Mayo. An ogham stone is typically a standing stone, with an inscription in the ogham script, usually located on the edge...
www.heritageweek.ie
August 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM
If you can't make it on Wednesday there is also this related exhibition of artwork on the ogham stones by the talented @johnflynnart.bsky.social! www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
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If an evening event doesn't suit, there is also this related exhibition of artwork around the ogham stones by the talented @johnflynnart.bsky.social! www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
Ogham Stones of County Mayo Exhibition | National Heritage Week 16th – 24th August 2025
There are 12 recorded ogham stones from Mayo. An ogham stone is typically a standing stone, with an inscription in the ogham script, usually located on the edge...
www.heritageweek.ie
August 17, 2025 at 2:01 PM
If an evening event doesn't suit, there is also this related exhibition of artwork around the ogham stones by the talented @johnflynnart.bsky.social! www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
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In February 1896, two men ploughing a field unearthed one of the greatest prehistoric treasures ever found on the island of Ireland – the Broighter Hoard.
#Archaeology 🏺 #SpéirGhorm #Ireland
#Archaeology 🏺 #SpéirGhorm #Ireland
August 15, 2025 at 6:11 PM
In February 1896, two men ploughing a field unearthed one of the greatest prehistoric treasures ever found on the island of Ireland – the Broighter Hoard.
#Archaeology 🏺 #SpéirGhorm #Ireland
#Archaeology 🏺 #SpéirGhorm #Ireland
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Absolutely loved the new newsletter from Ulster Archaeological Society - brilliant and loved reading it over breakfast this morning. Well done to the editor @justrena.bsky.social & all contributors. 😁
@ulster-archaeology.bsky.social
@ulster-archaeology.bsky.social
August 15, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Absolutely loved the new newsletter from Ulster Archaeological Society - brilliant and loved reading it over breakfast this morning. Well done to the editor @justrena.bsky.social & all contributors. 😁
@ulster-archaeology.bsky.social
@ulster-archaeology.bsky.social
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Feeling left out Marion. No mention of Echoes of the Isles Exhibition at ATU Galway Dublin Road Library open 10-4 18th-22nd. Some amazing artwork by @johnflynnart.bsky.social and Roisin Doherty - Funded by @heritagecouncil.ie www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
Echoes of the Isles - Exhibition | National Heritage Week 16th – 24th August 2025
This exhibition draws together digital heritage and art to celebrate and preserve the rich archaeological and cultural heritage Galway's Islands (Aran, Inchago...
www.heritageweek.ie
August 15, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Feeling left out Marion. No mention of Echoes of the Isles Exhibition at ATU Galway Dublin Road Library open 10-4 18th-22nd. Some amazing artwork by @johnflynnart.bsky.social and Roisin Doherty - Funded by @heritagecouncil.ie www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...
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Stunning images by Julian Friers of extinct and lost Irish animals from #Megaloceros, #Mammoth, to Great Auk, with the full story of Ireland’s ice age animals and human impacts on the fauna by Mike Simms. Published by National Museums Northern Ireland August 2025 ISBN 0-900761-69-5
August 8, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Stunning images by Julian Friers of extinct and lost Irish animals from #Megaloceros, #Mammoth, to Great Auk, with the full story of Ireland’s ice age animals and human impacts on the fauna by Mike Simms. Published by National Museums Northern Ireland August 2025 ISBN 0-900761-69-5
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A an exhibition in Paris telling the story of Gaza, part of Palestine. Hopefully these artefacts can one day return there, to a museum in a safe, peaceful nation free from occupation🏺
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‘Restoring humanity’: Paris exhibition showcases 5,000 years of history in Gaza
Saved Treasures of Gaza aims to preserve territory’s historical identity against backdrop of war and famine
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August 9, 2025 at 11:54 AM
A an exhibition in Paris telling the story of Gaza, part of Palestine. Hopefully these artefacts can one day return there, to a museum in a safe, peaceful nation free from occupation🏺
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
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High Cross Shaft • Banagher • Offaly
The carved depictions are superb, they show:
• four human figures who are tangled with legs and interlaced hair.
• a stag with its leg caught in a trap.
• a man on horseback carrying a crozier
• and a lion or similarly fierce beast with a protruding tongue.
The carved depictions are superb, they show:
• four human figures who are tangled with legs and interlaced hair.
• a stag with its leg caught in a trap.
• a man on horseback carrying a crozier
• and a lion or similarly fierce beast with a protruding tongue.
August 8, 2025 at 3:01 PM
High Cross Shaft • Banagher • Offaly
The carved depictions are superb, they show:
• four human figures who are tangled with legs and interlaced hair.
• a stag with its leg caught in a trap.
• a man on horseback carrying a crozier
• and a lion or similarly fierce beast with a protruding tongue.
The carved depictions are superb, they show:
• four human figures who are tangled with legs and interlaced hair.
• a stag with its leg caught in a trap.
• a man on horseback carrying a crozier
• and a lion or similarly fierce beast with a protruding tongue.
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#CastlepookCaveProject2025
Prof. Frank McDermott, @ucddublin.bsky.social Geology, one of our collaborators on the project, visited us to take speleothem samples.
Great to see & collab with Frank.
He was one of my lecturers when I was an undergrad in UCD Science!
@ria.ie @researchireland.ie
Prof. Frank McDermott, @ucddublin.bsky.social Geology, one of our collaborators on the project, visited us to take speleothem samples.
Great to see & collab with Frank.
He was one of my lecturers when I was an undergrad in UCD Science!
@ria.ie @researchireland.ie
August 7, 2025 at 2:12 PM
#CastlepookCaveProject2025
Prof. Frank McDermott, @ucddublin.bsky.social Geology, one of our collaborators on the project, visited us to take speleothem samples.
Great to see & collab with Frank.
He was one of my lecturers when I was an undergrad in UCD Science!
@ria.ie @researchireland.ie
Prof. Frank McDermott, @ucddublin.bsky.social Geology, one of our collaborators on the project, visited us to take speleothem samples.
Great to see & collab with Frank.
He was one of my lecturers when I was an undergrad in UCD Science!
@ria.ie @researchireland.ie
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Tomb effigy • Ardfert Cathedral • Kerry
This fine effigy depicts a person in the garb of a bishop, wearing a low mitre and carrying a crozier. With a ring visible on his right hand.
#Archaeology #SpéirGhorm #Ireland #IrishHistory 🏺
This fine effigy depicts a person in the garb of a bishop, wearing a low mitre and carrying a crozier. With a ring visible on his right hand.
#Archaeology #SpéirGhorm #Ireland #IrishHistory 🏺
August 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Tomb effigy • Ardfert Cathedral • Kerry
This fine effigy depicts a person in the garb of a bishop, wearing a low mitre and carrying a crozier. With a ring visible on his right hand.
#Archaeology #SpéirGhorm #Ireland #IrishHistory 🏺
This fine effigy depicts a person in the garb of a bishop, wearing a low mitre and carrying a crozier. With a ring visible on his right hand.
#Archaeology #SpéirGhorm #Ireland #IrishHistory 🏺
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The ancient Byzantine Church of St Porphyrios, Gaza.
Founded 425CE.
Photographed by the Ecole Biblique 1922.
Bombed by the IDF 2024.
From the exhibition Trésors Sauvés de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire at L'Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris
Founded 425CE.
Photographed by the Ecole Biblique 1922.
Bombed by the IDF 2024.
From the exhibition Trésors Sauvés de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire at L'Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris
August 7, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The ancient Byzantine Church of St Porphyrios, Gaza.
Founded 425CE.
Photographed by the Ecole Biblique 1922.
Bombed by the IDF 2024.
From the exhibition Trésors Sauvés de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire at L'Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris
Founded 425CE.
Photographed by the Ecole Biblique 1922.
Bombed by the IDF 2024.
From the exhibition Trésors Sauvés de Gaza - 5000 ans d'histoire at L'Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris
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There's still time to sign up for my 3 workshops at the Milwaukee Irish Fest Summer School next week on Irish America--Pioneers of Irish America: From St. Brendan to Jamestown--Irish in the U.S. Civil War--“Dangerous” Irish Women--Registration Details: irishfestsummerschool.com/Summer-Schoo...
August 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
There's still time to sign up for my 3 workshops at the Milwaukee Irish Fest Summer School next week on Irish America--Pioneers of Irish America: From St. Brendan to Jamestown--Irish in the U.S. Civil War--“Dangerous” Irish Women--Registration Details: irishfestsummerschool.com/Summer-Schoo...