Aikerness Rectangular Pendant Kyelang almost sculptural presence

almost sculptural presence

In 1153 Viking adventurers broke into Orkney's greatest Neolithic tomb

beloved of Bravehearts throughout Scottish history

on his way to the crusades

Charles Rennie Mackintosh's designs for stencilled columns

Aikerness Rectangular Pendant Kyelang almost sculptural presenceAmongst the smallest, most remote of the Orkney Islands, the Holm of AIkerness lies between Westray and Papa Westray. Strong tides rush between the Holm and the skerries that lie round about. This design captures the swirling currents and spectacular breakers on their rocky shores, in a free, modern style, which hints at the influence of historic Celtic design. 'Holm' is a typical Orcadian word, which simply means a small island. It is pronounced