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The elevation of the north front of Heriot's Hospital
Adam, William, 1812, Engraving
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The elevation of the north front of Heriot's Hospital
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The elevation of the north front of Heriot's Hospital
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"The Elevation of the North Front of Heriot's Hospital in the City of Edinburgh is most humbly inscribed to Patrick Lindsay Esq. Lord Provost of Edinburgh."
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Adam, William
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Cooper, R.
Date
1812
Size
34.0 x 51.3 cm
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Engraving
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The North Front elevation of Heriots Hospital, a building which was a major influence on William Adam. Founded pursuant to the will of George Heriot, goldsmith and banker to James VI, who died in 1624. Now a prestigious private school.
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The Adam family - enlightened architects of 18th century Edinburgh
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