Portal Grave Collection

Dolmen, 1846-1867. Creator: Gerrit Alexander Godart Filip Mollinger
Dolmen, 1846-1867. (Hunebed)

Megalithic Tomb at Pentre Ifan, Pembrokeshire, 1835, (1946). Artist: Richard Tongue
Megalithic Tomb at Pentre Ifan, Pembrokeshire, 1835, (1946). From Early Britain, by Jacquetta Hawkes [Collins, London, 1946]

Brittany... c1920
Brittany. Still covered by its mighty capstone the Dolmen de Kergavat is one of several near Plouharnel on the way to Carnac, c1920

Megalithic Circle and Dolmen, c3rd millennium BC, Stenness, Orkney, Scotland, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Megalithic Circle and Dolmen, c3rd millennium BC, Stenness, Orkney, Scotland, 20th century. The Standing Stones of Stenness are a neolithic monument five miles northeast of Stromness on the mainland

Lanyon Quoit, Cornwall, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Lanyon Quoit, Cornwall, 20th century. Neolithic dolmen in Cornwall, 2 miles southeast of Morvah. It collapsed in a storm in 1815 and was re-erected 9 years later

Proleek Dolmen, 21st century BC
Proleek Dolmen. Legend has it that if you throw a stone onto the roof and it stays there, you will be married within a year, 21st century BC

Legananny Dolmen, a portal grave

French Dolmen
French Neolithic Dolmen near Mas D Azil

St Lythans burial chamber
The Neolithic St Lythans burial chamber in Glamorgan, Wales. A horse is supposed to appear near it on moonlit nights, and anyone mounting it will be carried off

Dolmen near Ardara
A Dolmen near Ardara, in County Donegal

Portal-grave known as the Lobby in Carrickglass in Sligo

Dolmen at Kermario in Brittany, c, 36th century BC
Dolmen at Kermario, Carnac, Brittany, c.36th century BC

Cast of a slab from the Tumulus of Petit-mont, Prehistoric
Cast of a slab from the Tumulus of Petit-mont, Arzon. It is the third support of the left in the chamber of the dolmen. The human feet shown were possibly added later

Dolmen of Mane Lud, Prehistoric
Dolmen of Mane Lud from Locmariaquer in France, Prehistoric

Dolmen, salt lagoon at back, Rerik, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

Drombeg Stone Circle, Megalithic culture, Glandore, Republic of Ireland, British Isles, Europe

Le Trepid dolmen, Guernsey, Channel Islands, United Kingdom, Europe

Bodowyr burial chamber, near Brynsiencyn, Anglesey, North Wales. Now scheduled as an ancient monument, this burial chamber was erected as a communal grave in the Neolithic Age (4000 - 2000 BC)

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enigmatic Portal Grave" Step into a world shrouded in mystery and ancient wonders as we delve into the captivating realm of portal graves. These monumental structures, scattered across different corners of the globe, have fascinated archaeologists and artists alike for centuries. One such marvel is the Megalithic Tomb at Pentre Ifan in Pembrokeshire, discovered back in 1835. The intricate details captured by artist Richard Tongue in 1946 transport us to an era long gone, where this tomb stood as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. Venturing further afield, we find ourselves amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Brittany circa 1920. Here, another megalithic circle and dolmen stand proudly against time's relentless march. CM Dixon's artistic portrayal allows us to witness these ancient relics that date back to the third millennium BC in Stenness, Orkney, Scotland. Closer to home lies Lanyon Quoit in Cornwall; its enigmatic presence has intrigued visitors throughout the 20th century. CM Dixon's artwork captures its imposing stature perfectly—a silent guardian guarding secrets from ages past. Traveling across continents brings us face-to-face with Proleek Dolmen from Ireland dating back to the 21st century BC—an awe-inspiring sight that leaves one pondering about our ancestors' beliefs and rituals. The journey continues with Legananny Dolmen from Northern Ireland and French Dolmen—both testaments to humanity's enduring fascination with constructing these sacred spaces for burial rites or spiritual practices. St Lythans burial chamber near Cardiff beckons us next—a tranquil sanctuary nestled within nature's embrace. Its timeless beauty evokes a sense of reverence for those who once sought solace within its hallowed walls. Further westward lies Ardara's dolmen—an exquisite example showcasing how these portal graves were built even before recorded history.