'Madadh Allaidh' A3 digital print reproduction of original screen print by illustrator and printmaker Abbie Lois.

Abbie Lois is an illustrator and printmaker based in Glasgow, whose work is inspired by storytelling and folklore. Her work usually has a specific lore behind the piece - themes surrounding landscapes, ancient creatures or interesting people. 

Each print measures 210mm x 420mm (A3), and is digitally printed on to high quality 250gsm perlino cotton paper. It is protected by a biodegradable cellophane sleeve.

The print comes with a card which explains the story behind the piece.

Wolves once roamed our hills and forests here in Scotland, and it’s uncertain when the last one died or was sadly killed.

One story is that that the last wolf was killed by a renowned hunter near Darnaway, called MacQueen in 1743. Two young children were said to have been killed whilst crossing the hills near Cawdor, and a gathering of hunters was organised by the Laird of Clan Mackintosh. The renowned hunter MacQueen was late to the gathering, and was scolded when he arrived after some time. He replied, ‘Ciod e a’ chabhag? (what was the hurry?), and proceeded to lift his plaid to reveal the severed head of the wolf, throwing it into the surprised gathering.