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Clan Mackay - Balnakeil House - Photo Print

Clan Mackay - Balnakeil House - Photo Print

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Connect to the history and discover the origins of Clan Mackay, with this stunning landscape photograph print of Balnakeil House.

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.

  • Fine art print (200gsm)
  • A museum-quality fine art print paper with a textured, matt finish.
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Clan Mackay Connection

Balnakeil House, situated near Durness in the Highlands, is a 17th-century mansion with strong ties to Clan Mackay. Set right on the beach in an exposed location, with views of the sea and Beinn Spionnaidh, the house symbolises the clan's rich history and origin in the far north of Scotland.

About the Photograph

This landscape photograph of Balnakeil House 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 Mackay gift for anyone with an ancestral connection.

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Production Time

Your Clan Mackay wall art of Balnakeil House 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 Mackay 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 Balnakeil House today and know that your genuine piece of Scottish Art will have a low environmental impact.

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As our products are custom made to your specification you are unable to return once received, unless there is a defect with the product. Please see our full T&Cs here.

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What is the Clan Mackay Connection to Balnakeil House?

Balnakeil House, located near Durness in the Scottish Highlands, is deeply connected to Clan Mackay, a clan that originated in the far north of Scotland. This grand mansion, built in the 17th century, stands in an extraordinary setting right on the beach in an exposed location, looking out to sea with Beinn Spionnaidh in the background.

The Mackays were a powerful clan in the far north of Scotland, particularly in Sutherland and Caithness, known for their courage and military prowess. They played an essential role in various historical events, including the Wars of Scottish Independence (1296-1357), where they fought for Scotland's freedom from English rule, and the Jacobite Risings (1688-1746), a series of rebellions aiming to restore the Stuart monarchy. Donald Mackay, 1st Lord Reay, even contributed to the Protestant cause during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), a conflict that involved several European powers.

The connection between Clan Mackay and Balnakeil House represents the clan's heritage, their role in shaping Scottish history, and their enduring presence in the Highlands, particularly in the areas of Sutherland and Caithness.

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

Where is Balnakeil House?

Balnakeil House is in the Durness area of the Caithness & Sutherland 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 Mackay to ensure each image resonates with your Mackay 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.

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