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St Giles Cathedral, monument of Marquis of Montrose
Unknown, 1888, Photograph
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St Giles Cathedral, monument of Marquis of Montrose
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Title
St Giles Cathedral, monument of Marquis of Montrose
Description
An ornate stone tomb is carved into a corner of St Giles Kirk in Edinburgh. A carved figure is lain in an alcove and surrounded by an arch and columns. Two small cherubs stand above on either side of the tomb.
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Unknown
Date
1888
Size
28.7 x 21.6 cm
Type
Photograph
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
St Giles Kirk, often called St Giles Cathedral, is situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. A church has stood on the site since around 1120-1140, but little remains of the 12th century structure. St Giles played an important part in the Scottish Protestant Reformation with John Knox serving as its minister from 1560 until his death in 1572. The building has experienced significant additions, alterations and restorations during its history. The Thistle Chapel, a private chapel for the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle, was added between 1909-11.
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