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Bowhill, the seat of the Duke of Buccleugh [Buccleuch]
Webster, Mary, 1830, Watercolour
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Bowhill, the seat of the Duke of Buccleugh [Buccleuch]
Bowhill, the seat of the Duke of Buccleugh [Buccleuch]
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Title
Bowhill, the seat of the Duke of Buccleugh [Buccleuch]
Artist / maker
Webster, Mary
Date
1830
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14.5 x 19.2 cm
Type
Watercolour
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The present house at Bowhill dates mainly from 1812 and was greatly expanded during the 19th century by architects including William Atkinson, William Burn and David Bryce. Sir Walter Scott, a kinsman and frequent visitor, admired the house so much he christened it 'Sweet Bowhill' in his famous poem, 'The Lay of the Last Minstrel'.
Bowhill House served as a military hospital in the first World War and was also occupied by the Army from 1939-45 during World War II. The House suffered after, with dry rot and general wear and tear taking their toll.
It has taken the concerted efforts of a team of skilled and devoted craftsmen and volunteers, as well as the support of visitors, all of whom have been guided by the Family's passion and commitment to the cause, to save the original structure. The House's superb art treasures, including 18th century hand-painted Chinese wallpapers, numerous famous paintings and thousands of books are also now safe for future generations.
Today, Bowhill's imposing situation, elegant proportions and impressive cultural collections help make it one of the Scottish Borders' most popular visitor attractions.
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