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Figure, possibly of St Ninian
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From near Whithorn, Wigtownshire
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This carved oak figure of a bishop was found in a moss near Whithorn in Wigtownshire and dates from the 14th century. It possibly represents St Ninian.
Carved wooden effigy of a bishop
St Ninian was one of Scotland's early saints. He was a British bishop based at Whithorn in Wigtownshire in the second half of the 5th century and seems to have played a significant part in the spread of Christianity to the east and south of Scotland.
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- Online ID: 000-100-000-725-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
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- Date: 14th century
15th century - Material: Wood
Figure / bishop - Dimensions: 825 mm H x 230 mm W x 130 mm D
- What: Figure / bishop
- Subject: Carved woodwork, painted ceilings (NMAS Classification)
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