Antique Hunting Stewart: Heritage Tartan Reimagined for Modern Living

Among the most timeless expressions of Scottish tartan heritage, Antique Hunting Stewart embodies countryside nobility, sporting tradition, and refined craftsmanship.

What Is Antique Hunting Stewart? Antique Hunting Stewart is an evolved variant of the traditional Highland hunting tartan — distinguished by a heritage palette that feels both rustic and refined.

Prince of Scots Antique Hunting Stewart is a softer, heirloom-inspired interpretation of the classic Highland hunting pattern — with muted tonal shifts that evoke deep woodland greens and heritage warmth.

At the heart of the modern tartan revival led by Prince of Scots, The Prince of Tartan, this historic pattern has been thoughtfully reintroduced in two luxurious wool expressions — sustainable Merino wool and traditional Shetland lambswool.  Introducing Prince of Scots Exclusive Designs. Heritage woven for today’s homes.

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The Heritage of Hunting Stewart Tartan

Hunting Stewart is a historic variation of the Stewart tartan designed for countryside wear — traditionally featuring deeper greens and muted tones that reflected Highland landscapes.

While Royal Stewart became known for ceremonial and royal use, Hunting Stewart evolved for everyday estate life, sporting pursuits, and rural living.

The Antique Hunting Stewart interpretation softens the palette into a warm, timeworn elegance — evoking heritage estates, tweed jackets, and generations of countryside tradition.

Behind the Design: Crafting Antique Hunting Stewart at the Loom Level

Before a single thread is woven, every Prince of Scots tartan begins as a carefully engineered textile design.

Antique Hunting Stewart was not simply reproduced — it was rebalanced, softened, and refined by Prince of Scots designers to capture the warmth of historic countryside tartans while enhancing harmony for modern interiors.

From color proportion to stripe rhythm, each sett was digitally mapped to ensure:

• Authentic heritage structure
• Visual balance at large scale
• Depth of color when woven in wool
• Seamless repeat across full throws

This design-first approach is what allows traditional tartans to feel timeless — not dated.

DESIGN INTENT

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📐 Antique Hunting Stewart — Precision CAD Design Mapping

How is a tartan designed? Each line and color band is placed with exact proportion — preserving the historic Hunting Stewart identity while refining its visual softness for contemporary spaces. Heritage Textile Design is an art of engineering color and yarns into perfect harmony.

When our design team first revisited the Antique Hunting Stewart sett, they focused on tonal harmony — ensuring that the greens and blues read beautifully across large throws without overwhelming softer interior palettes.

The softened greens evoke rolling countryside landscapes.
The muted blues introduce depth and calm.
The fine red overcheck adds subtle heritage contrast without overpowering the design.

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🧵 From Digital Design to Heirloom Wool

Once perfected digitally, the design is translated into loom-ready specifications — ensuring every throw maintains:

✔ True tartan symmetry
✔ Consistent color blending
✔ Authentic sett rhythm
✔ Long-term durability

This is where historic tradition meets modern textile engineering.

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🌿 Design Integrity Meets Sustainability

Designing with precision reduces waste, improves yarn efficiency, and ensures every production run honors both craft and environmental responsibility.

Designed for longevity and minimal environmental impact, these wool throws pair sustainable fiber integrity with craftsmanship that outlasts seasonal trends.

By pairing thoughtful design mapping with natural sustainable wool fibers, Prince of Scots creates heirloom textiles meant to last — not seasonal décor meant to be replaced.

True luxury is longevity.

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✨ Why This Matters to Collectors & Designers

This design-level craftsmanship means Antique Hunting Stewart:

• Ages beautifully
• Retains color depth
• Maintains structure over time
• Feels authentic, not printed
• Reflects true woven heritage

It is not a surface pattern — it is a woven story.

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Two Noble Expressions: Merino Wool & Shetland Lambswool

Sustainable Merino Wool — Lightweight Luxury

The new Merino wool Antique Hunting Stewart throw offers exceptional softness, breathability, and year-round comfort.

• Responsibly sourced Merino wool
• Lightweight yet warm
• Naturally temperature regulating
• Silky soft hand feel

Perfect for modern living spaces where comfort meets refined elegance.

Shetland Lambswool — Traditional Warmth

The Shetland lambswool version reflects classic Scottish weaving heritage — slightly loftier, richly textured, and incredibly cozy.

• Traditional lambswool softness
• Excellent insulation
• Heirloom durability
• Authentic heritage feel

Ideal for fireside lounges, country retreats, and layered seasonal warmth.

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Sustainability Woven Into Tradition

Wool is one of nature’s most sustainable fibers — renewable, biodegradable, and naturally durable.

By choosing responsibly sourced Merino and traditional lambswool, Prince of Scots continues its commitment to:

• Long-lasting craftsmanship over fast décor
• Natural, renewable fibers
• Reduced environmental impact
• Heirloom products designed to endure generations

True sustainability is creating fewer, better things — pieces that last.

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Styling Antique Hunting Stewart in Modern Homes

This tartan’s earthy elegance makes it remarkably versatile.

• Draped over leather or velvet seating for heritage contrast
• Layered at the foot of beds for warmth and texture
• Paired with wood, stone, and neutral interiors
• Used as a statement accent in modern spaces

It bridges countryside tradition with contemporary luxury.

Prince of Scots Modern Noble Classics

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Antique Hunting Stewart FAQs

What is Antique Hunting Stewart tartan?

Antique Hunting Stewart is a softer, heritage-inspired version of the historic Hunting Stewart tartan, featuring earthy greens and muted tones for countryside elegance.

What is the difference between Merino wool and Shetland lambswool?

Merino wool is lighter, smoother, and temperature-regulating, while Shetland lambswool offers richer texture, warmth, and traditional coziness.

Is wool a sustainable material?

Yes. Wool is renewable, biodegradable, long-lasting, and naturally insulating, making it one of the most environmentally responsible fibers.

Where does Hunting Stewart tartan come from?

Hunting Stewart originated as a countryside variation of the Stewart tartan designed for rural life and sporting pursuits.

How should wool tartan throws be cared for?

Professional dry cleaning is recommended for premium wool throws, with gentle spot cleaning as needed.

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Heritage Crafted for Generations

The Antique Hunting Stewart collection represents everything the Prince of Tartan revival stands for — authenticity, craftsmanship, sustainability, and timeless design.

Whether chosen in refined Merino wool or traditional Shetland lambswool, each throw is a lasting expression of heritage luxury.