Sculpture Carving Knight

Title

Sculpture Carving Knight

Identifier

ABDUA:14678

Description

Large stone effigy, in sandstone, of an armoured knight from the ruins of Elgin Cathedral, Morayshire. It is carved nearly in the round but with the back attached to a wall and comprises head and torso. The knight wears armour of the late 15th century, with chain mail and plate armour shown by the carving. He also has a helmet and carries a sword, pointing up and entwined with a sash, in the right hand. His left hand holds something to his chest. It is likely that this effigy was attached to the mid tower of the Cathedral. Two similar effigies (of Bishop Innes and of a knight) are still in Elgin Cathedral.

Date

Early: 1420 Late: 1470 Period: MED

Format

stone sandstone, carved, H. 1932 mm W. 712 mm D. 661 mm

Coverage

Europe, Scotland, North East Scotland, Elgin Cathedral Elgin Morayshire

Type

Physical Object

Provenance

Acquisition Source: Shepherd, Norman.J.B

UUID

3b4a7e55-500a-4aa9-954a-72c227bbab18

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