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The Picts: A Glimpse into Scotland's Ancient Past Step back in time and explore the captivating world of the Picts, an enigmatic people who once inhabited Scotland

Background imagePict Collection: Sport / Football / Team Pict

Sport / Football / Team Pict
SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY FC Team picture for the 1905-1906 season

Background imagePict Collection: Processional path leading to the broch

Processional path leading to the broch, between houses that surround it, Broch of Gurness, Aikerness, dating from circa 200 BC, settled from Iron Age and Pictish periods, Mainland, Orkney Islands

Background imagePict Collection: Iron Age houses

Iron Age houses, Broch of Gurness, Aikerness, dating from circa 200 BC, settled from Iron Age and Pictish periods, Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Early Christian Pictish cross

Early Christian Pictish cross, Aberlemno, Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Horses on Pictish cross dating from the 8th century

Horses on Pictish cross dating from the 8th century, Aberlemno, Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish / Norse settlement at Brough of Birsay

Pictish / Norse settlement at Brough of Birsay
Pictish/Norse settlement at Brough of Birsay, Mainland, Orkneys, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Detail of a Pictish Stone with a man wearing trousers, 11th century

Detail of a Pictish Stone with a man wearing trousers, 11th century
Detail of a Pictish Cross slab that shows a Pict wearing Pictish trousers. At St. Vigeans, Scotland, 11th century

Background imagePict Collection: A Pict with hooded cloak & Pictish trousers, St. Vigeans, Scotland, c8th - 9th century

A Pict with hooded cloak & Pictish trousers, St. Vigeans, Scotland, c8th - 9th century
A Pict with hooded cloak & Pictish trousers, St.Vigeans, Scotland, c8th - 9th century

Background imagePict Collection: Battle scene, Pictish carved stone, Aberlemno, Angus, Scotland, UK

Battle scene, Pictish carved stone, Aberlemno, Angus, Scotland, UK

Background imagePict Collection: Tattoed Caledonian Pict Warrior Fierce Scotland

Tattoed Caledonian Pict Warrior Fierce Scotland
A tattoed Caledonian or Pict warrior. From Cassell's Illustrated History of England, published 1857

Background imagePict Collection: DDE-90036284

DDE-90036284
Broch of Mousa on the isle of Mousa, Scotland. It is considered one of the best preserved Iron Age buildings in Europe. (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

Background imagePict Collection: DDE-90036264

DDE-90036264
Landscape on West Shetland. The Broch of Culswick. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 21/02/2010

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish Man holding a Human Head (engraving)

Pictish Man holding a Human Head (engraving)
1121394 Pictish Man holding a Human Head (engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imagePict Collection: Man from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio

Man from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio
XIR223422 Man from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio.. engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1585-88 (coloured engraving) by White

Background imagePict Collection: Young Woman from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio

Young Woman from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio
XIR223421 Young Woman from a Neighbouring Tribe to the Picts, from Admiranda Narratio.. engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1585-88 (coloured engraving) by White

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish Man Holding a Shield (litho)

Pictish Man Holding a Shield (litho)
BAL109992 Pictish Man Holding a Shield (litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish Man holding a Human Head (lithograph)

Pictish Man holding a Human Head (lithograph)
BAL109991 Pictish Man holding a Human Head (lithograph) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 24.3x16.9 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePict Collection: A Young Daughter of the Picts, c. 1585 (w / c and gouache with gold on vellum)

A Young Daughter of the Picts, c. 1585 (w / c and gouache with gold on vellum)
XYC136264 A Young Daughter of the Picts, c.1585 (w/c and gouache with gold on vellum) by Le Moyne, Jacques (de Morgues) (1533-88) (after); 26x18.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Background imagePict Collection: Caledonians, or Picts (engraving) (b / w photo)

Caledonians, or Picts (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF140201 Caledonians, or Picts (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePict Collection: Suenos Stone - Forres, Scotland

Suenos Stone - Forres, Scotland
Suenos Stone - A Scottish Pictish Standing Stone at Forres, Scotland. The largest surving standing stone of its type in Scotland

Background imagePict Collection: TS_18

TS_18
Allium giganteum Allium Pink subject Blue b/g

Background imagePict Collection: PW_0052

PW_0052
Echium wildpretii Echium / Tower of Jewels White subject

Background imagePict Collection: MAM_0003

MAM_0003
Rebutia krainziana Cactus - Crown cactus

Background imagePict Collection: CS_1984

CS_1984
Miscanthus sinensis Sirene Siren Japanese silver grass Red subject Blue b/g

Background imagePict Collection: CS_2176

CS_2176
Panicum virgatum - variety not identified Switch grass Gold subject

Background imagePict Collection: AKU_0112

AKU_0112
Cactus - variety not identified Cactus

Background imagePict Collection: AKU_0120

AKU_0120
Cactus - variety not identified Cactus

Background imagePict Collection: Four Portraits of the Ancient Inhabitants of Great Britain, c1780. Creator: Unknown

Four Portraits of the Ancient Inhabitants of Great Britain, c1780. Creator: Unknown
Four Portraits of the Ancient Inhabitants of Great Britain, c1780. 18th-century depiction of early inhabitiants of the British Isles: a Caledonian, a Briton, a Pict and a Druid

Background imagePict Collection: Ms 11. 6. 32 Ornamental folio from The Book of Deer (vellum)

Ms 11. 6. 32 Ornamental folio from The Book of Deer (vellum)
XTD194449 Ms 11.6.32 Ornamental folio from The Book of Deer (vellum) by Scottish School (12th century); Cambridge University Library, UK; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imagePict Collection: United Kingdom, Scotland, Orkney Islands, Stones of Stenness Neolithic Stone Circle at sunset

United Kingdom, Scotland, Orkney Islands, Stones of Stenness Neolithic Stone Circle at sunset

Background imagePict Collection: PICTISH BOAT. Ancient British Boat. Copper engraving, English, 1799

PICTISH BOAT. Ancient British Boat. Copper engraving, English, 1799

Background imagePict Collection: Suenos Stones - Forres

Suenos Stones - Forres
Suenos Stone - A Scottish Pictish Standing Stone at Forres, Scotland. The largest surving standing stone of its type in Scotland

Background imagePict Collection: Pict Warrior

Pict Warrior
A Pict warrior dressed in woad

Background imagePict Collection: Briton, Pict, Roman, Druid

Briton, Pict, Roman, Druid
Ancient Briton, Roman, Pict and a Druid

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish symbols of salmon

Pictish symbols of salmon, snake and mirror, Aberlemno Pictish stones, Aberlemno, Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Christian Pictish cross

Christian Pictish cross, Glamis churchyard, Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Pictish and Norse settlement

Pictish and Norse settlement, Brough of Birsay, Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePict Collection: Last of the Picts

Last of the Picts
A legend from Galloway tells how the last Pict refuses to divulge to the conquering Scots the secret of how to make heather-ale. The secret is lost

Background imagePict Collection: WOAD

WOAD
Pict warrior dressed in woad



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The Picts: A Glimpse into Scotland's Ancient Past Step back in time and explore the captivating world of the Picts, an enigmatic people who once inhabited Scotland. Known for their fierce warrior culture and artistic prowess, the Picts left behind a rich tapestry of history that continues to intrigue us today. Sporting their iconic hooded cloaks and intricately designed trousers, the Picts were a force to be reckoned with on the football field of battle. Carved stones from Aberlemno showcase vivid scenes of epic battles, reminding us of their indomitable spirit. Follow the professional path leading to the broch, an architectural marvel that served as both a defensive stronghold and a symbol of power. Inside these Iron Age houses, one can almost hear echoes of ancient conversations and witness daily life unfold before our eyes. But it wasn't just warfare that defined these remarkable people. The early Christian influence is evident in their beautifully crafted crosses, such as those found at St. Vigeans. These intricate works depict horses galloping across stone surfaces—a testament to their deep connection with nature. Venture further north to Brough of Birsay where evidence suggests coexistence between Norse settlers and the Picts took place. This unique settlement serves as a reminder that cultures often intertwine throughout history. Delve into Admiranda Narratio's engraved illustrations by Theodore de Bry for a visual feast depicting detailed portrayals of Pictish men holding human heads—an eerie glimpse into rituals or customs lost in time. As we unravel more about this mysterious civilization through archaeological discoveries and historical accounts, we are reminded that despite being shrouded in mystery, they have left an enduring legacy on Scottish soil—a legacy waiting patiently for curious minds like ours to uncover its secrets.