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Rosebery reservoir

Unknown, 1879, Photograph
Rosebery reservoir
Rosebery reservoir
Rosebery reservoir
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Item no
29031
Title
Rosebury [Rosebery] Reservoir
Description
Image shows earth works in the construction of Rosebery Reservoir. Supports can be seen holding up the sheer bankings of the excavation. layers of rock can be seen in the soil on the sides of the excavation and show signs of being cut or chiselled away during the digging works.
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Date
1879
Size
11.3 cm x 15.6 cm
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Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
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