Skene Collection

Oldmill Military Hospital, Aberdeen, Scotland
The entrance to Oldmill Poorhouse on Skene Road, Aberdeen, Scotland, during its First World War redeployment as a Military Hospital

The Greek theatre, c.300 BC (photo)
BAL98449 The Greek theatre, c.300 BC (photo); Priene, Turkey.

Death of Major Skene and his wife at Jhansi, 1857, (c1860). Scene during the period of East India Company rule: a British officer, holding his dead wife in his arms

The Mystery Of The Bombed Hotel
An illustrated front cover for The Mystery Of The Bombed Hotel, written by Anthony Skene, no. 22 in the pulp fiction series, The Sexton Blake Library. Date: circa 1940s

Skene tartan. circa 1846

Turkey, Izmir Province, Selcuk, Ephesus Theatre Skene, Stage Building and Marble Streets

Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater. Peloponnese. Greece
Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater by Polykleitos the Younger. Epidaurus. Peloponnese. Greece. Europe

Epidaurus Theater
Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater by Polykleitos the Younger (IV century BC). Epidaurus. Peloponnese

PETER SKENE OGDEN (1790-1854). Canadian fur trader and explorer of the American West. Painting, 1847, by John Mix Stanley

Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater by Polykleitos the Younger. Epidaurus, Peloponnese, Greece

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Skene: A Journey through History and Culture" Step into the captivating world of Skene, where tales of bravery, tragedy, and artistic grandeur intertwine. From the haunting corridors of Oldmill Military Hospital in Aberdeen, Scotland to the mysterious events surrounding "The Mystery Of The Bombed Hotel, " Skene's enigma unfolds. Delving deeper into history, we uncover the poignant story behind Major Skene and his wife's tragic demise at Jhansi in 1857. Their legacy echoes through time as a reminder of sacrifice amidst turmoil. But Skene is not just confined to sorrowful narratives; it also boasts a vibrant heritage represented by its distinctive tartan. The striking patterns evoke a sense of pride and belonging among those who proudly wear it. Venturing further afield, our journey takes us to Izmir Province in Turkey. Here lies Selcuk, an ancient city that whispers secrets from centuries past, and is here that Skene's influence transcends borders and cultures. In Greece, we find ourselves immersed in the mesmerizing beauty of Epidaurus Theater—a testament to Greek artistry at its finest. Its majestic presence transports us back to an era when storytelling was elevated to an art form. As we stand within these hallowed walls adorned with Greek Artistry from Peloponnese region, we can almost hear echoes of applause reverberating through time—proof that even after centuries have passed since its creation, Epidaurus Theater remains an enduring symbol of human creativity. Yet amidst all this cultural splendor lies another chapter etched in history—the Disaster to British Troops in Manipur. This harrowing event serves as a stark reminder that even heroes face adversity on their path towards victory. Skene unravels before us like a tapestry woven with threads from different corners of the world—a tale encompassing love and loss, resilience and triumph.