Skipness, Argyleshire

Category

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Item no

15032

Title

Skipness, Argyleshire

Description

Inside the ruined walls of Skipness Castle, a man carries a large sack up some steps and into the castle. In the courtyard lie some agricultural tools as well as a large pile of hay. Near the arched entrance to the courtyard stands a water pump, while in the foreground lies a grinding wheel. Two people also stand on the dilapidated battlements.

Artist / maker

Skene, James

Date

1833

Size

19.5 x 33 cm

Type

Watercolour

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Item is dated 27 July 1833.

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Architecture > Architectural features > Arches

Architecture > Architectural features > Battlements

Homes > Derelict buildings and excavation sites > Ruins

Homes > Residential buildings > Castles and palaces

Homes > Residential buildings > Cottages

People > Adults > Men

Places > Scotland > Argyll and Bute

Places > United Kingdom > Scotland

Transport > Infrastructure > Steps

Transport > Land > Carts and wagons

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