Interior of St Vincent's Chapel

Category

Library Item

Item no

12708

Title

Interior of St Vincent's Chapel, St Stephens Street, Edinburgh

Description

Light fills the interior of St Vincent's Chapel, Edinburgh, through a large stained glass window which has ornate tracery. Flags adorn the walls and the remainder of the interior is filled with the furniture and fittings of a kirk, these include pews, an altar, lectern and baptismal font.

Artist / maker

MacLean, Kevin

Date

2007

Type

Digital image

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

St Stephen's Church is located in Stockbridge, roughly half a mile from Princes Street, Edinburgh. Howe Street and St Vincent Street form a steep downhill approach to the church, dramatically framing its imposing tower. The church was designed by William H. Playfair and built between 1827-28. The church, now known as the St Stephen's Centre, operates as a venue for performing arts.

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Architecture > Architectural features > Altars

Architecture > Architectural features > Stained glass

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Communication > Written > Flags

Places > Edinburgh areas > Stockbridge

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

Religion > Religious articles > Pews

Religion > Religious facilities > Protestant churches

(55°57′30″N, 3°12′12″W)

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