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Lawnmarket from the site of the Weigh House
Ewbank, John Wilson, 1825, Engraving
Lawnmarket from the site of the Weigh House
Lawnmarket from the site of the Weigh House
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Title
Lawnmarket from the site of the Weigh House
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The top of the West Bow and Lawnmarket in Edinburgh. In the background is the crown spire of St Giles Kirk or Cathedral. In the busy scene people are walking in the street and buying goods. Produce is being sold from carts and stalls.
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Ewbank, John Wilson
Engraver
Lizars
Date
1825
Size
18.1 x 15.9 cm
Type
Engraving
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Lawnmarket is the section of Edinburgh's Royal Mile running from its junction with Johnston Terrace to where it meets George IV Bridge. Regular markets were held in this area until the late 18th century.
The Weigh House or Butter Tron was situated at the head of the West Bow. It was used to weigh butter and cheese intended for sale in the Lawnmarket area. It was built around 1352, and demolished in 1822 when the Lawnmarket was widened in preparation for George IV's visit to Edinburgh.
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Lawnmarket, Royal Mile
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