Royal Scottish Museum Collection

Sir Thomas Carlaw Martin, 1907 (oil on canvas)
6200864 Sir Thomas Carlaw Martin, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Orchardson, William Quiller (1832-1910); 109.2x84.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Ancestral Board, wood carved with two human faces. Painted with earth figments and kept in the Mens house, from New Guinea, Papua at Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Pottery Bowl from Tiahuanaco Culture, Peru, 600-1000
Pottery Bowl from Coast Tianuanaco Culture, Peru, 600-1000. Pottery bowl on three feet painted with crowned heads and a check pattern

Human skull with features modelled in clay and painted, from New Guinea
Human skull used for ancestor worship with features modelled in clay and painted, from the Sepik river in New Guinea. Now in the Royal Scottish Museum in Edinburgh

Chimu culture copper mask
Chimu culture copper alloy mask, pierced for attachment to a mummy bundle. From the Royal Scottish Museum in Edinburgh

Zapotec statuette of the god of lightning and rain, from the Royal Scottish Museum in Edinburgh

Mochica pottery sculpture of Viracocha, the creator god, who appears as a man with white hair and a beard. From the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Nazca pottery vessel with two painted warriors, 2nd century
Nazca pottery vessel with two painted warriors, from Peru. Currently in the Royal Scottish Museum in Edinburgh, 2nd century

Native American dance apron showing a fantastic totemic beaver-creature, from British Colombia. Now in the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Tlingit Native American blanket
A Tlingit tribe Native American blanket belonging to a chief, showing a totemic bear design. Currently at the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Haida Native American tobacco-pipe, 19th century
Haida Native American tobacco-pipe, carved from Argillite, showing the legend of the Fisherman and his Wife. Currently in the Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh, 19th century

Nootka Tribe Native American whalebone club, carved with an eagles head handle. From the Royal Scottish Museum in Edinburgh

Chiefs Blanket with Bear Design, Totemism, Tungit Tribe, Pacific Northwest Coast Indians
Chiefs Blanket with Bear Design, Totemism, Tlingit Tribe, Pacific Northwest Coast Indians. Totemism is a system of belief in which humans are said to have kinship or a mystical relationship with a

North American Indian Shamans Rattle, Thunderbird. The thunderbird is a legendary creature in certain North American indigenous peoples history and culture

Pottery Tripod Bowl with three rattle-legs in the form of Alligators, Chiriqui, Panama. At Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Pottery Vessel supported by Alligator Figure, Nicoya Peninsula, Chorotega, Costa Rica. The Nicoya Peninsula is named for a Chorotega chief who ruled the most powerful American Indian tribe of

Pottery vessel with twin spouts (one missing) and strap-handle, Quimbaya, Columbia, 500-1000. Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Pottery Rattle of woman holding child, Mexico. Axtec, late Post-Classic Period, 1300-1520. At Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Pottery Figure of standing woman, face painted with fret pattern, Guanajuato, Mexico, 2000BC-300. Chupicuaro: Pre-Clasic Period. Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Monkey Bottle, Mochica Culture, Peru, 100-750
Monkey Bottle, Mochica Culture, Peru, 1-750. The Moche civilization flourished in northern Peru with its capital near present-day Moche, Trujillo, Peru from about 100 to 700 AD. Royal Scottish Museum

Painted pottery Bridge and Spout vessel in the form of a Jaguar, Tiahuanaco, Peru, 100-600. Tiwanaku (Spanish: Tiahuanaco or Tiahuanacu) is a Pre-Columbian archaeological site in western Bolivia

Mochica Stirrup Spout Pot, Peru, 1-750. Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Pottery Bowl of an alligator with human arms devouring snakes, Chiriqui, Panama. Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

Jaguar Throne carved from lava stone, Pre-Columbian from Manaos, Ecuador. At Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh

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Step into the captivating world of history and culture at the Royal Scottish Museum. Immerse yourself in a journey through time as you explore its diverse collection, showcasing remarkable artifacts from various civilizations. One such masterpiece is "Sir Thomas Carlaw Martin, " an exquisite oil on canvas portrait that captures the essence of this distinguished figure. The artist's attention to detail brings Sir Martin's character to life, making it a true work of art. As you continue your exploration, you'll come across the Ancestral Board, a wood carving adorned with two human faces. This intriguing piece offers a glimpse into ancient rituals and beliefs, leaving us pondering their significance. Traveling further back in time, we encounter a Pottery Bowl from Tiahuanaco Culture in Peru dating back to 600-1000 AD. Its intricate design and craftsmanship reflect the rich cultural heritage of this civilization. A Human skull with features modelled in clay and painted from New Guinea tells another fascinating story. It serves as a testament to ancestral practices that honored their deceased loved ones through artistic expressions. The Chimu culture copper mask adds an air of mystery to our journey. Crafted with precision and adorned with intricate patterns, it reflects the sophistication and creativity prevalent during that era. Moving on, we discover a Zapotec statuette depicting the god of lightning and rain—a symbol of power and fertility for this ancient Mesoamerican civilization. Its presence evokes awe-inspiring tales passed down through generations. Next up is the Mochica pottery sculpture portraying Viracocha—an important deity worshipped by pre-Columbian cultures in Peru. This artwork showcases not only exceptional skill but also religious devotion ingrained within these societies. Delving deeper into South American history, we encounter a Nazca pottery vessel featuring two painted warriors from the 2nd century AD—depicting scenes from battles fought long ago; it provides insight into their warrior traditions.