St Andrews

Category

Library Item

Item no

3334

Title

St Andrews

Description

A ruined building of St Andrews Cathedral enclosed by a metalwork fence. The building has arched windows and has moss on the remaining part of the roof.

Artist / maker

Hill, David Octavius

Date

1845

Size

8.5 x 10.1 cm

Type

Salted paper print

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

St Andrews is located on the east coast of Fife. It is home to the oldest university in Scotland. It is also notable for its 12th century cathedral, a ruin since the reformation, and its 13th century castle.

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Architecture > Architectural features > Arches

Architecture > Architectural features > Railings

Architecture > Architectural features > Windows

Homes > Derelict buildings and excavation sites > Ruins

Places > Scotland > Fife

Places > Scotland > St Andrews

Religion > Religious facilities > Cathedrals

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