Clan Home - Fast Castle (site of) - Framed & Mounted Photo Print

Name: Clan Home - Fast Castle (site of) - Framed & Mounted Photo Print
Brand: Clanscape
SKU: kite-779319408
Price: 99.0 GBP
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Frame Style Black White Natural

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Connect to the history of Clan Home (Hume), with this stunning, framed & mounted landscape photograph print of the site of Fast Castle.

Captured by professional photographer Aly Wight, this timeless piece of art makes a perfect gift for enthusiasts of Scottish history or those conducting ancestry research. Adding elegance and sophistication to any room, it allows you to appreciate the natural beauty and rich heritage of Scotland.

Frames are created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish.
Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.
Simple, elegant design.
Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface.
Perspex glaze for added protection.
Handmade by specialist picture framers.
Delivered ready for hanging.

Further Information

Clan Home/Hume Connection

Fast Castle, on the Scottish Borders' dramatic coastline, was a strategic stronghold for Clan Home. Though little remains, its clifftop site showcases the castle's once-imposing presence and the Homes' enduring influence in the region.

About the Photograph

This landscape photograph of Fast Castle was shot by professional photographer Aly Wight.

The museum-quality print is sure to impress with its vivid colors, careful composition and stunning detail.

It makes a stunning Clan Home/Hume gift for anyone with an ancestral connection.

Sizing Information

Please note: The listed size (e.g., 16"x12") for Framed & Mounted prints refers to the glazed area, including the printed image and 2" wide mount. The frame, adding an extra 1" per side, isn't included in these dimensions. Therefore, the total product size will be larger than the dimensions given.

Production Time

Your Clan Home/Hume wall art of Fast Castle will be printed for you on an made-to-order basis, the vast majority of our printed and framed products are produced within 24-48 hours.

Materials & Sustainability

We hope your family will treasure this Clan Home/Hume momento for generations, and we take our responsibility to the environment serously.

We use water-based, non toxic inks and sustainably sourced paper for our prints, and sustainably sourced wood is used in our frames. We also automatically off-set the carbon impact of your delivery.

So you can order this print of Fast Castle today and know that your genuine piece of Scottish Art will have a low environmental impact.

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What is the Clan Home/Hume Connection to Fast Castle?

Fast Castle, dramatically positioned on the rugged Berwickshire coastline of the Scottish Borders, was a formidable fortress closely tied to Clan Home. Although only ruins of the castle remain today, its breathtaking clifftop location underscores its past strategic significance. Constructed in the medieval era, tales of sieges, captures, and recaptures pepper Fast Castle's history. The castle can be seen on the rocky promontory, positioned centrally in the lower third of our photograph.

Clan Home, a powerful family in the Scottish Borders, had significant influence over this castle during various periods. The castle's precarious position made it a challenging fortress to capture, yet its location was of immense strategic value, offering a vantage point over the North Sea. The Homes, known for their martial prowess, often found themselves in the thick of Scotland's tumultuous history, and Fast Castle was a testament to their determination to hold and control key territories.

One of the most notable events was during the Rough Wooing, a term used to describe the Anglo-Scottish conflict between 1544 and 1551, which aimed to force the Scots to agree to a marriage between the young Mary, Queen of Scots, and Henry VIII's son, Edward. During this period, the castle was captured and later retaken by the Homes. Its history is a testament to the resilience and strategic acumen of Clan Home.

If you're considering a landscape photograph of Scotland as a way to visualise your ancestral connection to Clan Home or as a gift with personal meaning, this landscape photography print of the site of Fast Castle provides a beautiful immersive scene that transports you to the past.

Where is Fast Castle?

Fast Castle is in the Berwickshire area of the Borders region.

Meet the Photographer

"I am the founder and principal photographer behind Clanscape. For a long time I've been passionate about capturing the beauty of Scotland's landscapes and its deep connection to its people and their history.

My journey with photography began in 2008, and since then, I have dedicated myself to exploring Scotland's wild and remote corners, capturing its castles, and all it's natural beauty through my lens. With Clanscape, I aim to share Scotland's beauty and rich cultural heritage with you through each stunning image."

Aly Wight

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Research
We use accurate historical research on Clan Home/Hume to ensure each image resonates with your Home/Hume ancestry.
Quality
From shooting to shipment, we promise a quality heirloom artwork that honours your family's past and future.
Sustainable
We use 100% non-hazardous inks, source materials sustainably, and ensure all deliveries are carbon neutral.