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Rachel Sweeney

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Rachel is currently a PhD student in Art History. She holds an MA in Art History, a dual-degree BA in History and Art History, and a certificate in Medieval Studies. Her research has focused on Celtic art and medieval art from Ireland and the British Isles.

Education:University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2023MA Art HistoryUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst, 2021BA Art HistoryUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst, 2021BA History
Member since: Sep 29, 2023Location: United StatesPublished posts: 10

Articles by Rachel Sweeney

Women in the Celtic World: Everything You Should Know
Women in the Celtic World: Everything You Should Know

Celtic women were afforded social opportunities that were typically denied to women in other societies. This article focuses on women’s roles in the Celtic world.

What Jewelry and Adornment Did the Celts Wear?
What Jewelry and Adornment Did the Celts Wear?

The Celts are known to have adorned themselves in glittering gold. But what specific kinds of Celtic jewelry did they wear, and who wore what?

Celtic Art: A Brief Introduction
Celtic Art: A Brief Introduction

Celtic art is, by and large, an under-discussed and misunderstood subject.

Who Was Boudica, the Warrior Queen of the Iceni?
Who Was Boudica, the Warrior Queen of the Iceni?

Boudica was a historical figure from Iron Age Britain who is often associated with her role in the revolt of 60/61 CE against Rome.

5 Masterpieces of Early Irish Art
5 Masterpieces of Early Irish Art

The Early Medieval Period in Ireland was one of great artistic innovation. Artworks from this period were often shimmering gold and steeped in ritual.

Sutton Hoo: Inside an Early English Ship Burial
Sutton Hoo: Inside an Early English Ship Burial

In 1939, archaeologists in Suffolk, England discovered the remains of a medieval English ship burial. Its contents revolutionized perceptions of early English history.