The Dunchraigaig Deer Carvings
Overview
Prehistoric animal carvings, thought to be between 4,000 and 5,000-years-old, have been discovered for the first time in Scotland at Dunchraigaig Cairn in Kilmartin Glen.
Experts from Historic Environment Scotland have authenticated the carvings. This information sheet provides some background and context to the discovery.
Authors
Dr Tertia Barnett
Scotland’s Rock Art Project, HES
Dr Joana Valdez-Tullett
Scotland’s Rock Art Project, HES
Dr Lyn Wilson
Digital Documentation and Innovation Team, HES
Document
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Dunchraigaig Deer Carving Information Sheet