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Black Bull Inn, Grassmarket, North side
Chrystal, Francis M., 1912, Photograph
Black Bull Inn, Grassmarket, North side
Black Bull Inn, Grassmarket, North side
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Item no
1741
Title
Black Bull Inn, Grassmarket, North side
Description
A street scene in the Grassmarket, Edinburgh. People walk across the cobbled street, an electric streetlamp stands in the centre. A lorry with goods is parked next to the pavement. An empty cart is in front of a traveller's lodge. Signs are painted on shop and business fronts. The buildings have sash windows and chimney stacks. A large spire rises in the background.
Artist / maker
Chrystal, Francis M.
Date
1912
Size
15 x 20 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The Grassmarket is a central area situated below Edinburgh Castle. It has been the site of many public executions. A weekly market was held there from 1477 until 1911. The Grassmarket continues to be a popular area for socialising.
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