Today, I am posting a video clip of the elaborately engraved cross in Kilmory church, a few miles from Castle Sween. Key features:

• The cross is over twelve feet in height.
• Carries inscription 'Haec est crux Alexandri Macmillan'.
• Was carved for Alexander Macmillan and depiction on one side of a Highland chief hunting deer may be Macmillan himself.
• Claymore on reverse side may belong to Macmillan.
• Was carved locally and dates from late 15th century.
• On one side is the crucifixion with Virgin Mary on left and St. John on the right.
• On other side is hunting scene with a woodman looking on.

A very impressive monument which is in excellent condition.

Labels: Macmillan

posted by Nigel Cole @ 4:34 AM