Effigy of Domhall (Donald/Domhnall) MacGill'easbuig (M'Gillespie/Gillespy)


A cast of the original, mid-16th century effigy at Finlaggan, where MacGill'easbuig was a crown tenant. He is shown in West Highland armour, implying his status as a mercenary in the wars in Ireland. National Museums of Scotland. Picture by Deborah Harmes: A Wanderful Life



See also Illustration of Irish (or New Scots) warriors by Albrecht Durer, 1521
Effigy of a warrior at Kilninian, Mull, Scotland, early to mid-16th century
Tomb of Alasdair Crotach MacLeod, Rodel, Harris, 16th century

Clothing of the Ancient Celts: A Guide to Celtic Costume by M. E. Riley
Illustrations of Scottish Costume & Soldiers
Index of Illustrations of Costume & Soldiers




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