The Transformation of Blodeuwedd - Flower Figure

The story of Blodeuwedd is a classic legend in Welsh mythology, found in the Mabinogion, that tells the tale of betrayal, transformation, and mythical symbolism, making it a lasting legend in folklore and mythological stories.

The tale begins with Blodeuwedd, a woman made from flowers by the magicians Math and Gwydion. Betrayal runs through the story as she plots to kill her husband, Lleu, motivated by her secret love for another. Blodeuwedd’s name, which translates to ‘flower face‘ in Welsh, conveys her connection to nature and the cycles of life. It underscores her origin as a woman created from flowers by powerful magic, symbolizing her beauty and ephemeral nature. In Welsh literature, her name resonates with themes of transformation and the complexities of identity.

Kim Harley Griffiths

Ceramic Sculpture

H:30cm W:10cm D:14cm