Decorative display of weapons — how do you do it?

[Tobus]

I like the look of your mock-up, Shaun. If I were doing it, I'd likely do it the same way (swords crossed behind the targe), but I wouldn't make the tartan such a rigid square. I'd probably just make a hanger for the tartan that sits behind the targe, so the tartan fabric could drape a little more naturally. Maybe make it look like part of a plaid with a fringed bottom and a more free-flowing look. But that's just my own personal decorating style.

You could also have a custom wood-carved plaque above the assembly that says Maxwell. The possibilities there are endless. Leather, wood, iron, with or without a clan motto, above or below the targe, etc.

*edited to add: Oh, and I might be tempted to buy a reproduction Scottish pistol and mount it on there too!