Welcome To Largs Waterfront Sign Print (Mounted Size 10 Inch By 12 Inch)

Description

Welcome To Largs Waterfront Sign Mounted Print

This print is of the Welcome To Largs Waterfront sign created by the Glasgow-based artist A Sign of Humour. In 1263, Largs on Scotland’s Clyde Coast was the site of a battle between the kingdoms of Norway and Scotland. On the night before the battle, a small group of Norse warriors crept ashore, with the aim of surprising the sleeping Scots. However, before the waded ashore, they took off their socks and shoes in order to keep them dry. On reaching the land, they encountered thistles lining the top of the beach and yelled out in pain, alerting the Scots to their presence. Scotland went on to win the battle, and ever since then the thistle has been the emblem of Scotland. This sign pays homage to these events, and it was originally installed on the town’s waterfront in the summer of 2025.

The print itself is 7.25 inches by 9 inches (18.5 cm by 23cm), and it comes mounted in a white 1.5 inch (3.5 cm) mount with a total size of 10 inches by 12 inches (25.5 cm by 30.5cm). This print is signed by A Sign of Humour.