In 563 AD, the Irish Christian missionary Columba (521-597) and his twelve companions settled on Iona. An island in the west of Scotland, Iona was at that time part of the Gaelic kingdom of Dalriada.

David Peat was a documentary film-maker and cinematographer. His career in television began in the 1960s, and by the 1970s he was working as a film cameraman on major documentaries such as Big Banana ...

The original version of 'Beata Beatrix' is in Tate and dates from around 1864- 70. Images for much of Rossetti's work were provided by his study and translation of medieval poetry, including Dante's ...

This print is from a portfolio series commissioned by the Bureau of Information, called ‘The Great War: Britain’s Efforts and Ideals’. Twelve artists made prints relating to the ‘Ideals’ involved in ...

Lear first visited Ithaca, in the Ionian Islands, in 1848 and returned in 1863 to make sketches for his publication, ‘Views in the Seven Ionian Islands’. He was impressed by the ‘immense views’ from ...

Defined as a national area of exceptional scenery, Fleet Bay on the Solway Firth has been a popular location for painters. In 1921 Robertson spent the summer nearby, at Gatehouse of Fleet, with his ...

92.00 x 71.70 cm; Framed: 91.00 x 89.60 x 4.00 cm ...

We welcome group visits to the galleries. Be inspired by the international art collection and special exhibitions, take part in activities and explore the resources available. Book a practical ...

Welcome! On this page you will find information about our Deaf-led tours in British Sign Language (BSL) as well as resources created for visitors with BSL as a first or preferred language. We run a ...

Welcome! On this page you will find information about events and resources that have been created specifically with people with a visual impairment in mind. Join us for free, relaxed and sociable art ...

As a charity we rely on generous support from people like you to help us in our mission to make art work for everyone. By supporting the National Galleries of Scotland, you can help us to deliver ...

Achilles refuses the comfort of his Greek comrades as he grieves over the dead body of his close friend and possible lover, Patroclus, who was killed by the Trojans. The enormous size of Hamilton's ...