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Scott Monument from Princes Street Gardens
Unknown, 1862, Glass negative
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Scott Monument from Princes Street Gardens
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Title
Scott Monument from Princes Street Gardens
Description
Stereographic glass negative of a view of the Scott Monument from Princes Street Gardens
Artist / maker
Unknown
Date
1862
Size
11.5 x 18.5 cm.
Type
Glass negative
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The Scott Monument was built as a memorial to the writer Sir Walter Scott. Construction took place between 1840-1846 on the George Kemp design. Two hundred and eighty seven steps take you to the top, offering views along Princes Street.
Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens were established on the site of the Nor' Loch which was drained during the 18th century. West Princes Street Gardens contains the Ross Fountain and Bandstand, and the famous Floral Clock. Both East and West Princes Street Gardens house various statues of notable figures. West Princes Street Gardens were originally for the exclusive use of the residents of Princes Street, but was opened to the public in 1876. City Architect, Robert Morhan planned the new park including the gardener's cottage at the eastern end of the West Gardens.
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