Bagpipes Collection (#17)

Shepherd guarding his flock at night, early 16th century. Under his arm are his bagpipes. He has two dogs with spiked protective collars to help him guard his animals

Shepherds with their flocks and dogs, early 16th century. Figure on left is holding bagpipes and, as well as crooks for handling the sheep, there are woodwind instruments on the ground

The Epiphany, c1230. Artist: Giotto
The Epiphany, c1230. The Magi, the three Kings from the East, Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar, present their gifts of gold

A Young Humanitarian, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier
A Young Humanitarian, 1887. A little girl, hearing the bagpipes music, is scared that the gentleman in a kilt is hurting some poor animal

Bagpiper in the Trossachs, Scotland
Bagpiper playing in the Trossachs, Scotland. Date: 1959

Folk dancing in Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France
Piper accompanying folk dancers in Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France. circa 1969

Bagpiper in the street, Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France
Man playing bagpipes in the street, wearing traditional costume, in Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France. circa 1969

Gothic. Altarpiece. Saint Michael. Adoration of the Shepherd
Gothic. Altarpiece of Saint Michael. Adoration of the Shepherds. By Master Girard. 14th century. From Church of Saint Mary of Cervera. Museum of Cervera. Catalonia. Spain

George Chirgwin
George H Chirgwin, 1854 - 1922. Music hall entertainer, known as the White-Eyed Musical Moke or the White- Eyed Kaffir. Pictured here in very strange Highlands inspired stage costume including a

Second Master of Olite (14th century). The Annunciation to t
Spain. Olite. Navarre. Olite, Second Master of Olite (14th century). The Annunciation to the Shepherds. Circa 1333. Gothic art. From Olite. Navarre Museum. Pamplona. Spain

Rag week stunt on the river, Cambridge University, showing students in costume in a punt, one of them playing bagpipes, another playing a drum. Date: 1967

Misfitz - Scottie. early 20th century

Archivolts depicting angels musicians. Cathedral of Palma of
Spain. Palma of Majorca. Cathedral of Saint Mary. Gate of Viewpoint. Archivolts depicting angels musicians. Gothic style. Detail. 14th century. Balearic Islands

Two Scottish frogs on a Christmas card
Two Scottish frogs in tartan on a Christmas card in the shape of a drinking horn. Date: circa 1890s

Social / Germany / Peasants
A lively scene of a peasants festival Date: 16th century

Harry Lauder
Sir Harry Lauder (1870-1950) Scottish music hall entertainer, pictured in caricature by Simpson. Date: 1929

Blaw, Man! An incident in a billet in France, Arthur Garrat
A Scottish solider from a Highland regiment, wearing a kilt, tries to teach a small French boy how to play the bagpipes. Date: 1918

Musical instruments of the Hebrews and Babylonians.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity

Cornemuse, Calabrian bagpipes, musette and bellows.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, Adam and Charles Black

Costumes of Tripoli, Libya, bagpiper and a female dancer.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Scots Guards marching through Cologne, WW1
The pipers of the Scots Guards playing troops through the streets of Cologne during the occupation of the Rhineland after the end of the First World War. Date: 1919

New Years Day with a Highland Regiment
On the Western front, a Highland Regiment celebrate the New Year in traditional Scottish style, with sword dancing, bagpipe playing and singing. Date: 1 January 1917

Gibraltar scouts camping in Staffordshire
Gibraltar scouts camping at Kibblestone Scout Camp, Staffordshire, 29 July 1969. During their visit they met local Rotarians. Date: 1969

Sea Scouts playing bagpipes, Gibraltar
Gibraltar Sea Scouts playing the bagpipes and drums, practising for their visit to Edinburgh for the 15th Scottish International Scout Jamboree at Blair Atholl Castle, Scotland. Date: 1970s

Scouts and Sea Scouts playing bagpipes, Edinburgh
Scouts from Edinburgh and Sea Scouts from Gibraltar playing the bagpipes in a combined band, leading a parade of over 800 scouts

Indian infantry marching out from camp in Mesopotamia
A detachment of Indian infantry in Mesopotamia marching out from camp for trench duty, led by the regimental bag-pipes and a drummer. Date: 1918

King George V visiting France, WW1
Scottish soldiers marching past and playing bagpipes during a church parade, when King George V made a visit to the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916

Black Watch returning from trenches, Western Front, WW1
Men of the Black Watch regiment returning from the trenches led by their pipers, on the Western Front during World War One. Date: circa 1916

Tatler front cover, Scottish Number 1964
Front cover of The Tatlers Scottish Number featuring Pipe Major Iain Mcleod of the Edinburgh City Police Pipe Band in full dress uniform with the tartan of the ill-fated Prince Charles Edward Stuart

Polish Bagpipes
An old man playing the bagpipes in the Tatra mountains of Poland. His costume is made of embroidered goatskin and his dog is a breed peculiar to the area. Date: 1930s

Bagpipes mid late 18th century Etching engraving
Artokoloro

Year Peasants Feast Twelve Months 1546 Engraving
Artokoloro

CUTTING UP OF A WHALE. The cutting up of a whale to the accompaniment of bagpipe music. French woodcut, 16th century

Jovial Company, 1564 (panel)
XAM74834 Jovial Company, 1564 (panel) by Massys or Metsys, Jan (1509-75); 71x100 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Dutch, out of copyright

Peasant Wedding (Bauernhochzeit), 1568 (panel)
XAM68946 Peasant Wedding (Bauernhochzeit), 1568 (panel) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 114x164 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Flemish, out of copyright

Of impacient folys that wyll nat abyde correccion, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF486441 Of impacient folys that wyll nat abyde correccion, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

A Country Dance (oil on canvas)
XIR47662 A Country Dance (oil on canvas) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Flemish, out of copyright

The Kermesse
BAL45656 The Kermesse by Balten, Pieter (c.1525-98); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Netherlandish, out of copyright

The Attributes of Music, 1765 (oil on canvas)
XIR440647 The Attributes of Music, 1765 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info)

Goatherds and shepherds making music and dancing, detail from The Journey of Moses, c
XIR416523 Goatherds and shepherds making music and dancing, detail from The Journey of Moses, c.1481-3 (fresco) (detail of 218710) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Vatican Museums and Galleries

Washerwomen by a Roman Fountain (oil on canvas)
BAL37953 Washerwomen by a Roman Fountain (oil on canvas) by Wyck, Thomas (1616-77); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

London Street Musicians (pencil & w / c on paper)
XJF354280 London Street Musicians (pencil & w/c on paper) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Officers of the 79th Highlanders at Chobham Camp in 1853
BAL33379 Officers of the 79th Highlanders at Chobham Camp in 1853 by Lami, Eugene-Louis (1800-90); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Adoration of the Magi, 1598
XAM65878 Adoration of the Magi, 1598 by Brueghel, Jan the Elder (1568-1625); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Flemish, out of copyright

The Beggars Opera Burlesqued, 1728 (engraving)
XJF393890 The Beggars Opera Burlesqued, 1728 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

SKETCHES AT THE RAWUL PINDI DURBAR, 1885. 1. Entrance to Rajah of Bhawulpores Tent. 2. Baggage of a Punjaub Infantry regiment, with carts, crossing the Jhelum ferry. 3

A Wedding Feast (panel)
BAL77036 A Wedding Feast (panel) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); 27.3x43.3 cm; Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; Flemish, out of copyright

Polish Folk Dance (engraving)
XJF618980 Polish Folk Dance (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Print entitled Polnischer Tanz)

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"Bagpipes: A Melodic Journey through Scottish Culture and History" Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Scotland as you witness a Scottish Piper wearing McInnes Tartan, proudly showcasing his heritage. Step back in time to 1897, where The Gordon Highlanders' very own Piper Findlater won the V. C. At Dargai, leaving an indelible mark on history. Join the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders as they are summoned to Waterloo - Brussels in 1815, their bagpipes echoing across the battlefield with both courage and melancholy. Experience the harmonious collaboration between Highland dancer Dick Harrison and piper Bill Hughes as they have one last practice before their captivating performance. Delve into Scottish Types - Bagpipes, Clan McDonald; a glimpse into the diverse characters that embrace this iconic instrument. Be captivated by a group of Cameron Highlanders who fill the air with enchanting melodies that transport you straight to the heart of Scotland's rugged landscapes. Meet Paddy the Piper, whose musical prowess brings joy to all who hear him play, spreading cheer wherever he goes. Discover how bagpipes played a crucial role during World War I through a British Military Recruitment Poster; symbolizing bravery and unity amidst conflict. Witness even our feline friends embracing Scottish culture as a mischievous Highland Scottish cat plays its own rendition on miniature bagpipes by Louis Wain. Unwind with laughter as you enjoy a comic postcard featuring a Scotsman with whisky barrel bagpipes; humorously highlighting Scotland's love for both music and spirits. Finally, catch Tom Courtenay taking pause from filming Billy Liar (1963), reminding us of how bagpipes continue to inspire artistry across various mediums. Embark on this melodic journey through time and tradition – let your soul be stirred by these hauntingly beautiful sounds that define Scotland's cultural identity.