Alnwick Castle “Highland Clansman” Hemispherical Sundial c.1750-1770 Tamworth terracotta Expressive

Expressive

retaining clear evidence of its making in the visible tool marks to the interior and underside

cylindrical barrel mounted on a wrought iron frame with sturdy wheels

A charming and beautifully poised depiction of Cupid in thought c

Alnwick Castle “Highland Clansman” Hemispherical Sundial c.1750-1770 Tamworth terracotta ExpressiveA rare surviving carved stone Hemispherical Sundial from Alnwick Castle c. 1750 1770 depicting a Highland Clansman carved by the renowned stonemason James Johnson of Stamfordham, who was also responsible for seven remaining Battlement Figures which surmount the top of the current modelling of the Castle we find today. The moustached Clansman wears traditional dress including a Jacobite bonnet, and rests upon his concave shield known as a targe, which