St Giles, Edinburgh

Category

Library Item

Item no

3271

Title

St Giles, Edinburgh

Description

A statue of Charles II stands in front of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. The church is topped with a crown spire and ornate carved finials decorate the edges of the building. Several large arched stained glass windows can be seen.

Artist / maker

Evatt, James L. A.

Date

1955

Size

20 x 15 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

St Giles Kirk, often called St Giles Cathedral, is situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. St. Giles was pronounced a 'cathedral' twice during it's long history, first from 1633-38 and then again from 1661-89. It was Charles II who gave St. Giles the title of cathedral from 1661-89. This is believed to be the oldest lead statue in Edinburgh, and possibly the oldest lead equestrian statue in the UK.

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Religion > Religious facilities > Protestant churches