13th century effigy of Knight, Luffness
Abstract
Tradition from 1723 suggests the effigy is of Friar Bickerton. Historic Environment Scotland notes the knight is in late 13th century armour. The tomb is in the ruined Carmelite Friary of Luffness by Aberady in woods between Aberady and Luffness House. There is mention of one John of Bickerton who held the castle at Luffness as a tenant of Robert of Pinkeny in 1296. Source: Objaverse 1.0 / Sketchfab
Fields of Study & Subjects
Scottish History and National Identity
Historical Studies of British Isles
Irish and British Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 15 July 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Dataset