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Tartan Collection (page 4)

"Tartan: A Timeless Symbol of Scottish Heritage and Tradition" Tartan, a fabric that weaves together the rich tapestry of Scottish history

Background imageTartan Collection: Wickerwork N°1

Wickerwork N°1
Thoth Adan

Background imageTartan Collection: Fashion 1970s The Bay City Rollers clothing range at about £

Fashion 1970s The Bay City Rollers clothing range at about £; 22 Flared trousers with tartan hats and scarves

Background imageTartan Collection: The Throne Room, Palace of Holyrood, and the Ancient Regalia of Scotland, 1842

The Throne Room, Palace of Holyrood, and the Ancient Regalia of Scotland, 1842. Scots in traditional tartan, and exterior view of Holyroodhouse in EdinburghFrom " Illustrated London News"

Background imageTartan Collection: Uniform of Officer and Sergeant of the Seaforth Highlanders (Rosshire Buffs, Duke

Uniform of Officer and Sergeant of the Seaforth Highlanders (Rosshire Buffs, Duke of Albany s) - formed in 1778 by Earl of Seaforth. Date: 1942

Background imageTartan Collection: Red Nose Day, Fore Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. March 1990

Red Nose Day, Fore Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. March 1990
Raising money for Comic Reliefs Red Nose Day are, from left to right, Jude and Peter Martelli, with Frances and John Webb

Background imageTartan Collection: Prince William Collection 1997 Prince Charles with sons at Balmoral August 1997 Prince

Prince William Collection 1997 Prince Charles with sons at Balmoral August 1997 Prince William and Prince Harry posed on the banks of the River Dee Balmoral with their father after an official

Background imageTartan Collection: The International Exhibition - M'Dougall's Stall... 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition - M'Dougall's Stall... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - M'Dougall's Stall - the Highlands of Scotland, 1862. Display of...choice specimens from their Royal tartan warehouse in Inverness

Background imageTartan Collection: Sikh Regimental Piper, 1900 (b/w photo)

Sikh Regimental Piper, 1900 (b/w photo)
495443 Sikh Regimental Piper, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A military piper from the British Indian Army while serving in China during)

Background imageTartan Collection: 13132257

13132257
Dog - Westie / West Highland White Terrier puppy wearing tartan hat Date: 08-10-2016

Background imageTartan Collection: The Death of the Red Deer, with McIntyre and McGregor, Stalker

The Death of the Red Deer, with McIntyre and McGregor, Stalker
CH27554 The Death of the Red Deer, with McIntyre and McGregor, Stalker and Piper to the Duke of Atholl, 1821 by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Scottish

Background imageTartan Collection: The Battle of Glen Shiel, a narrow pass in the north-west Highlands of Scotland

The Battle of Glen Shiel, a narrow pass in the north-west Highlands of Scotland, 10 June 1719, part of the Jacobite rising of 1719, an attempt to restore James Francis Edward Stuart

Background imageTartan Collection: Sir Hector Maclean of Duart, 2nd Baronet of Morvern, leading the charge at the Battle of

Sir Hector Maclean of Duart, 2nd Baronet of Morvern, leading the charge at the Battle of Inverkeithing, Fife, Scotland, fought between the English

Background imageTartan Collection: Comic postcard, Scotsmen wearing wrong kilts after going for a swim Date

Comic postcard, Scotsmen wearing wrong kilts after going for a swim Date: 20th century

Background imageTartan Collection: Scots Guard playing the bagpipes

Scots Guard playing the bagpipes. circa 1908

Background imageTartan Collection: The Queens Bedroom, Balmoral Castle (b / w photo)

The Queens Bedroom, Balmoral Castle (b / w photo)
JHL390928 The Queens Bedroom, Balmoral Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Residence of Queen Victoria from 1848; ); English, out of copyright

Background imageTartan Collection: Neil Connery, brother of Sean Connery, at the film premiere of 'Entrapment'

Neil Connery, brother of Sean Connery, at the film premiere of "Entrapment"
Neil Connery, brother of Sean Connery, at the film premiere of " Entrapment" at the Odeon cinema, Edinburgh, Scotland. 30th June 1999

Background imageTartan Collection: Models, Debbie Dunkerly of Middlesbrough, and Glen McEvoy of Thornaby

Models, Debbie Dunkerly of Middlesbrough, and Glen McEvoy of Thornaby, pictured wearing clothes they made themselves. They are taking part in an Evening of Summer Fashion shows held at the Marton

Background imageTartan Collection: Picture shows a female bus conductor in World War Two. She issues a young girl with

Picture shows a female bus conductor in World War Two. She issues a young girl with a ticket for her bus journey. Women bus conductors were plenty in World War One and also World War Two

Background imageTartan Collection: Pop Music Fans Joy Lynch (aged 16) and Julie Franks (aged 15

Pop Music Fans Joy Lynch (aged 16) and Julie Franks (aged 15) (left to right NOT confirmed) pictured with their collection of books, posters

Background imageTartan Collection: Elton John poses with his team of players and staff of Watford Football club

Elton John poses with his team of players and staff of Watford Football club, where he is chairman. Picture taken at the Watford home stadium, Vicarage Road

Background imageTartan Collection: The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Mid Glamorgan in Wales

The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Mid Glamorgan in Wales. On this visit, they meet the local well-wishers outside a newly electronics plant

Background imageTartan Collection: Slade (Dave Hill, Don Powell, Noddy Holder and Jim Lea) in Glasgow to promote their film

Slade (Dave Hill, Don Powell, Noddy Holder and Jim Lea) in Glasgow to promote their film " Slade in Flame". They are pictured with hearse driver Jimmy McDonald. 10th March 1975

Background imageTartan Collection: Former Sex Pistols lead singer John Lydon (Johnny Rotten

Former Sex Pistols lead singer John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) pictured outside the High Court in London. Lydon is suing Glitterbest, the management company of Malcolm MacLaren

Background imageTartan Collection: The Faces, featuring Rod Stewart perform at The Reading Festival on Saturday 25th August

The Faces, featuring Rod Stewart perform at The Reading Festival on Saturday 25th August 1973. Picture shows lead singer Rod Stewart The festival was then called The Thirteenth National Jazz

Background imageTartan Collection: Female football supporters from Salford attends a match at old Trafford

Female football supporters from Salford attends a match at old Trafford. 24th August 1972

Background imageTartan Collection: Edinburgh City Police Pipe Band, Scotland. 24th September 1954

Edinburgh City Police Pipe Band, Scotland. 24th September 1954

Background imageTartan Collection: Yoko Ono and John Lennon stand on mountain side with Julian Lennon and Kyoko

Yoko Ono and John Lennon stand on mountain side with Julian Lennon and Kyoko. Both children dressed in kilts tartan caps and waistcoats Pictured 2nd July 1969

Background imageTartan Collection: John Lennon and Yoko Ono in Edinburgh with Julian and Kyoko. July 1969

John Lennon and Yoko Ono in Edinburgh with Julian and Kyoko. July 1969

Background imageTartan Collection: Scottish comedian Jimmy Logan standing outside Culzean castle wearing traditional

Scottish comedian Jimmy Logan standing outside Culzean castle wearing traditional Scottish dress, 1969

Background imageTartan Collection: Glam rock band the Bay City Rollers during their concert at Newcastle City Hall 7 May

Glam rock band the Bay City Rollers during their concert at Newcastle City Hall 7 May 1975 One hysterical fan

Background imageTartan Collection: Actor Colin Baker, who plays Doctor Who in the BBC science fiction programme

Actor Colin Baker, who plays Doctor Who in the BBC science fiction programme, photographed with Bonnie Langford at the Aldwych Theatre

Background imageTartan Collection: Fashions taken during London Fashion Week 1964 Model wearing a tartan skirt

Fashions taken during London Fashion Week 1964 Model wearing a tartan skirt and waistcoat with a bow and arrow - archery - as a row of men sitting down on a bench look on

Background imageTartan Collection: Catwalk at Vivienne WESTWOOD SHOW AT SECC

Catwalk at Vivienne WESTWOOD SHOW AT SECC

Background imageTartan Collection: Commonwealth Games - Scottish athletes Dress uniform June 1970 Edinburgh

Commonwealth Games - Scottish athletes Dress uniform June 1970 Edinburgh

Background imageTartan Collection: Peter Cunnah of the pop group D: Ream circa 1991

Peter Cunnah of the pop group D: Ream circa 1991
Peter Cunnah of the pop group D:Ream circa 1991

Background imageTartan Collection: Sheena Hardy model with tartan painted Rolls Royce 1971

Sheena Hardy model with tartan painted Rolls Royce 1971

Background imageTartan Collection: Prince Charles visits the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team at Glen Nevis

Prince Charles visits the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team at Glen Nevis, Fort William, Scotland August 1987

Background imageTartan Collection: Prince Charles walking tightrope at Glen Coe and River Nevis, Scotland, August 1987

Prince Charles walking tightrope at Glen Coe and River Nevis, Scotland, August 1987

Background imageTartan Collection: Former Sex Pistols lead singer John Lydon (Johnny Rotten

Former Sex Pistols lead singer John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) pictured outside the High Court in London. Lydon is suing Glitterbest, the management company of Malcolm MacLaren

Background imageTartan Collection: Billy Connolly with wife Pamela Stephenson with their first daughter, Daisy. 1984

Billy Connolly with wife Pamela Stephenson with their first daughter, Daisy. 1984

Background imageTartan Collection: Miss United Kingdom Sheena Drummond, greets her boy friend Jim Hill when he arrived at

Miss United Kingdom Sheena Drummond, greets her boy friend Jim Hill when he arrived at the Albert Hall where Sheena was rehearsing for Miss World contest. November 1969 Z11376-002

Background imageTartan Collection: Margaret Savage who is making her debut as leading lady singer in '

Margaret Savage who is making her debut as leading lady singer in " The Marriage of the Minsters" at Londons Victoria Palace

Background imageTartan Collection: John Lennon and Yoko Ono with their children from previous marriages Julian Lennon 6

John Lennon and Yoko Ono with their children from previous marriages Julian Lennon 6 and daughter Kyoko 5 pictured taking a walk during their Scottish Holiday

Background imageTartan Collection: A mini kilt and skinny sweater aren t the ideal clothes for a chilly winter

A mini kilt and skinny sweater aren t the ideal clothes for a chilly winters day but with her matching scarf, bonnet and boots, actress-model Jeanette Will

Background imageTartan Collection: The Throne Room, Palace of Holyrood, 1842. Creator: Stephen Sly

The Throne Room, Palace of Holyrood, 1842. Creator: Stephen Sly
The Throne Room, Palace of Holyrood, 1842. Scots in traditional tartan at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageTartan Collection: Two Women in Day Dresses, 1875. Creator: Jules David

Two Women in Day Dresses, 1875. Creator: Jules David
Two Women in Day Dresses, 1875

Background imageTartan Collection: Officers of the Highland Light Infantry, 1901. Creator: Gregory & Co

Officers of the Highland Light Infantry, 1901. Creator: Gregory & Co
Officers of the Highland Light Infantry, 1901. The Highland Light Infantry regiment of the British Army formed in 1881 and was posted to South Africa in October 1899

Background imageTartan Collection: Highland Chiefs in the Stewart and Gordon Tartans, 1831, (1946). Creator: Robert Havell

Highland Chiefs in the Stewart and Gordon Tartans, 1831, (1946). Creator: Robert Havell
Highland Chiefs in the Stewart and Gordon Tartans, 1831, (1946). Full-length study of Scottish chieftans in traditional tartan kilts of the Stewart and Gordon clans




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"Tartan: A Timeless Symbol of Scottish Heritage and Tradition" Tartan, a fabric that weaves together the rich tapestry of Scottish history, holds a special place in the hearts of Scots and enthusiasts worldwide. From its origins dating back centuries to its modern-day representation, tartan continues to captivate with its vibrant patterns and deep cultural significance. One can't help but imagine the gallant soldiers of the Kings Own Scottish Borderers proudly donning their distinctive tartans as they march into battle. The sight of a Scottish piper wearing McInnes Tartan evokes images of ancient clans gathering on misty moors, filling the air with haunting melodies that stir the soul. In Glencoe's breathtaking landscape, amidst towering mountains and cascading waterfalls, a bagpiper stands tall - an emblematic figure synonymous with Scotland's musical heritage. Dewars advertisement transports us to a bygone era when whisky flowed freely among friends clad in traditional attire; Welsh girls adorned in their charming costumes celebrate their own unique Celtic roots. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders epitomize bravery and honor while sporting their distinguished tartans. Archery competitions at Highland Games showcase not only skill but also pride in one's clan like Clan Murray. Dancers gracefully twirl across stages at these games, showcasing intricate footwork passed down through generations. During World War I, posters depicting various Types of British Army personnel highlight how even amid conflict, tartan remained an enduring symbol representing unity amongst diverse backgrounds. King George V himself embraced this tradition by dressing resplendently in Scottish garb during official engagements. Highland dancing competitions continue to enchant spectators at Skye Highland Games on Portree's Isle of Skye. As dancers move energetically to lively tunes played on bagpipes reminiscent of Clan McDonald’s legacy – it becomes clear why this art form has endured for centuries. Tartan is more than just a fabric; it is a living testament to Scotland's rich cultural heritage.