Cross slab - Drosten Stone
This Pictish stone combines both Christian and pagan symbols. One side is dominated by a Cross with intricate interlace surrounded by fabulous beasts. Carved on the reverse side is a hunting scene with common Pictish symbols, a double disc, Z-rod, crescent, comb and mirror. At the bottom of one of the narrow faces of the stone is the inscription that gives the stone its name. ‘Drosten / ipeuoret / ettfor / cus’ This may represent the person commemorated, the patron or sculptor.
Details
- Date Made
- 8th century
- Dimensions
- 1740 x 550 x 185mm
- Material
- Sandstone/Stone/BM Inorganic
- Time Period
- Early medieval, Medieval
- Property Information
- St Vigeans
- Object Number
- VIG001
- Access Status
- Display