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Allan Ramsay's shop in process of demolition

Unknown, 1899, Photograph
Allan Ramsay's shop in process of demolition
Allan Ramsay's shop in process of demolition
Allan Ramsay's shop in process of demolition
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Item no
14071
Title
Allan Ramsay's shop in process of demolition
Description
A photograph of the building that was formerly Allan Ramsay's shop at 153 High Street, Edinburgh in the process of demolition. The close up image shows a very dilapidated building with many broken windows and peeling paintwork. Three workmen can be seen looking out of the windows, one is standing behind a ladder. The sign of the building says that it was being used as Hair Dressing Rooms prior to demolition and there is also a sign advertising ice cream for sale. Image taken by a member of the Edinburgh Photographic Society.
Artist / maker
Date
1899
Size
19.6 x 15 cm
Type
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection