Ceiling medallion, depicting James V

This ceiling medallion dates from around 1540 and is one of two thought to represent James V from the ceiling of the King's Presence Chamber in Stirling Castle. The high standard of design and craftsmanship of the medallions suggests they were the work of a French carver.

One of two carved oak medallions thought to represent James V from the ceiling of the King's Presence Chamber in Stirling Castle, c. 1540

There were a number of carved medallions adorning the ceiling of the King's Presence Chamber. Over thirty survive, some depicting figures from history and mythology, others apparently with representations of contemporaries.

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Online ID:	000-100-000-604-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.KL 19
Date:	Around 1540 c. 1540
Material:	Wood, oak
Dimensions:	730 mm Dia x 110 mm D
What:	Medallion, ceiling / roundel
Subject:	Carved woodwork, painted ceilings (NMAS Classification)
Who:	James V Margaret Tudor Mary of Guise
Where:	Scotland, Stirlingshire, Stirling Castle (King's Presence Chamb
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References:	Calder, Jenni (ed). The Wealth of a Nation. Edinburgh & Glasgow: NMS & Drew, 1989
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