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The western front of the Merchant Maiden Hospital
Unknown, 1755, Engraving
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The western front of the Merchant Maiden Hospital
The western front of the Merchant Maiden Hospital
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Title
The western front of the Merchant Maiden Hospital
Artist / maker
Unknown
Engraver
Fourdrinier, P.
Date
1755
Size
16.8 x 30.6 cm
Type
Engraving
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Trades' Maiden Hospital was founded in 1704 by the Trades Incorporations and Mrs Mary Erskine for the maintenance and education of daughters of tradesmen who had fallen into poverty. It was situated on the south side of Argyle Square and could house 23 girls. The school has operated from a variety of sites and was in Rillbank Terrace from 1855-1892, then moved to Grange Loan. Today the charity still operates from Melville Street.
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