Recumbent gravestone
This massive stone is a Pictish grave cover. It would have laid flat to cover the length of a grave and likely had an upright piece of stone or timber marked with a cross set into its top when first put in place. The carved figures show an overlord and two followers on horseback. Behind them a figure holds entwined serpents. The decoration on the other side includes interlace and boss designs and carved beasts.
Details
- Date Made
- 8th century-10th century
- Dimensions
- l 1727.2mm (l 68")
- Material
- Stone/BM Inorganic
- Time Period
- Early medieval, Medieval
- Property Information
- Meigle
- Object Number
- MEIG011
- Access Status
- Display