St Giles, Edinburgh

Category

Library Item

Item no

3270

Title

St Giles, Edinburgh

Description

A busy scene outside St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. The central tower of the cathedral, with its distinctive crown-shaped spire, can be seen above the arched windows and large doorway. Many men, women and children stand outside the cathedral. There is a horse and cart, a small dog, and men carrying buckets and ladders.

Artist / maker

Wilson, D.

Engraver

Stewart, T.

Date

1848

Size

20.6 x 13.5 cm

Type

Engraving

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

St Giles Kirk, often called St Giles Cathedral, is situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. A church has stood on the site since around 1120-1140, but little remains of the 12th century structure. St Giles played an important part in the Scottish Protestant Reformation with John Knox serving as its minister from 1560 until his death in 1572. The building has experienced significant additions, alterations and restorations during its history. The Thistle Chapel, a private chapel for the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle, was added between 1909-11.

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Animals > Mammals > Dogs

Architecture > Architectural features > Spires

People > Adults > Men

People > Adults > Women

Places > Edinburgh areas > Old Town

Places > Edinburgh areas > Royal Mile

Religion > Religious facilities > Cathedrals

Transport > Land > Horse and carts

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