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High Kirk [St Giles Cathedral]

Geikie, Walter, 1825, Pencil work
High Kirk [St Giles Cathedral]
High Kirk [St Giles Cathedral]
High Kirk [St Giles Cathedral]
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Item no
6253
Title
High Kirk [St Giles Cathedral], ruins of buildings destroyed in Great Fire
Description
St. Giles Cathedral rises majestically above the ruins of buildings destroyed by the 1824 Great Fire of Edinburgh. Three horses and carts are visible amongst the ruins, while men can be seen working. Two people stand on top of the ruins watching the scene.
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Date
1825
Size
15 x 17.8 cm
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
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