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What colour is Scotlands tartan?

It's the CLANS of Scotland who have their own tartans, not the actual country.


What were William Wallace's colors on his Tartan?

William Wallace was not a Highlander so it is highly doubtful if would have ever worn Tartan or a kilt. There are no pictures of him from his time and therefore the majority of pictures and statues are stylisation's of their time and also have him dressed as what he was, a knight with a simple cloak covering his armour, nothing like the Mel Gibson portrayal. Few picture shows this cloak to be checked. The earliest Wallace Tartan recorded was shown in the Vestiarium Scoticum of 1842 a highly dubious (most Historians say forged) book of tartans produced by supposed descendants of Bonnie Prince Charlie (the Sobieski Stuart's) which turned out to be a con. There were few accurate records of Tartans in existence before they were commercially produced after Culloden (1746) by Wilsons in the main. The whole idea of Clan tartans is to quote Sir Walter Scott "the idea of distinguishing the clans by their tartans is but a fashion of modern date . . .". because tartans were originally related to districts not clans (he also poured scorn on Lowlanders wearing tartan). The tartan in the film Braveheart was invented for the film in 1994 based on using naturally occurring dyes available in the 13th century on a traditional Islay weaving technique which is why it is so much darker and subdued than modern tartans. It is not however based on any historical records for Wallace. Lesson - don't ever try to learn history from films, it may spark the interest and be good entertainment but it is often nonsense. Link below if you still want modern myth.


What does the Clarke tartan look like?

English families do not have tartans. True, but then not all Scottish families did either. Tartan patterns tended to be specific to a particular weaver of tartan - so obviously there were close links to familys and clans's - but not the one for one that is much touted. Indeed many Scots would wear more than one style of tartan not just the one - some from the same weaver (giving mutliple family tartans), others from other towns etc. After the Jacobite rebellion had subsided Scottish emigre's in London wrote to the Clan Chiefs and asked them to confirm their tartans for a definitive list. Only at this point did the tartans get tied into a specific clan. Famously the Clan Chief of the MacPhersons wrote to Wilsons the well know tartan manufacturer (and the first company to formalise and even invent some tartans) to confirm his tartan. They looked up their records and found Tartan no .43 also known as Kidd as Mr Kidd had ordered it but the last order was to a Mr MacPherson in the West Indies. So they sent it to the Chief and he gave it to the Highland Society as the MacPherson tartan where it has been the standard tartan ever since. Similarly the majority of the Irish tartans were invented in the twentieth century by a single Scottish tartan manufacturer who took the colours from the counties and regions coat of arms and substitued into traditional scotish tartan designs. There is no historical evidence for the Irish wearing the kilt and the only hostorical peice of tartan in Ireland was discovered in a Ulster peat bog turned into scottish made trews! The Irish pipe bands today wear a plain saffron kilt, the colour just about proveable the garment not. Technically there is no reason why you cannot have your own tartan made up, likewise there is no reason why you can't wear any tartan that takes your fancy. There are over 2,000 of them, company's, football teams etc have registered their own. If you're clinging to a fanciful dream about William Wallace being your great grandad then I would suggest you look for nearer roots (where were your direct family born); just because the English don't have any exotic attire for men doesn't mean we don't have any history! Or if you have roots in austria then you're in luck as they had tartans too...


Is Clark a Scottish or Irish name?

Clark is a Scottish name and come from the word/profession 'clerk' and/or clergy. There are also Clark Tartans. Clark can be English, Scottish or Irish. The Irish Clark(e)s are actually O'Clery.


What is tartan of Scotland made of?

Anything - "tartan" is a pattern. Usually Scots tartan clothing is made of wool.

Related Questions

When was Clash of the Tartans created?

Clash of the Tartans was created in 1998.


Scottish tartan. what types are there?

Tartan is a woolen cloth worn chiefly by Scottish Highlanders. The different types Scottish tartan are: clan or family tartans, district tartans, regimental tartans and universal tartans.


When was Scottish Tartans Authority created?

Scottish Tartans Authority was created in 1996.


When was Scottish Tartans Society created?

Scottish Tartans Society was created in 1963.


When was Tartans of Scottish Clans created?

Tartans of Scottish Clans was created in 1906.


What is the duration of Tartans of Scottish Clans?

The duration of Tartans of Scottish Clans is 60.0 seconds.


Where can one find information on the Scottish Tartans?

You can find information on Scottish Tartans online at the Scottish Tartans Organization website. Once on the page, you can find information on the museum, operating hours and contact options.


What has the author James Desmond Scarlett written?

James Desmond Scarlett has written: 'The tartan-spotter's guide' -- subject(s): Clans, Tartans 'Scotland's clans and tartans' -- subject(s): Clans, Tartans, History


What is the home of tartans and clans and lochs?

Scotland


What has the author Thomas Innes of Learney written?

Thomas Innes of Learney has written: 'The tartans of the clans and families of Scotland' -- subject(s): Clans, Tartans, Genealogy


What is the web address of the Scottish Tartans Museum And Heritage Ce in Franklin North Carolina?

The web address of the Scottish Tartans Museum And Heritage Ce is: http://www.scottishtartans.org


What material are tartans generally made of?

Tartans are generally made of wool, which is a traditional fabric commonly used for making traditional Scottish kilts and other clothing items. Wool is known for its durability, warmth, and ability to hold dye colors well, making it a popular choice for tartan designs.