St John's Church, Edinburgh

Category

Library Item

Item no

7823

Title

St John's Church, Edinburgh

Description

A man sits at the base of a gravestone in a graveyard. Behind him there is an ornate arched tomb and small trees. Beyond the graveyard the tall square tower and high roof of St John's Church dominates the skyline.

Artist / maker

Wilson, George Washington

Date

1880

Size

17.1 x 10.9 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

St John's Church, situated at the West End of Princes Street in Edinburgh, was built between 1816-18. It was designed by William Burn in the Perpendicular Gothic style. Its location was controversial, and in 1816 an act was passed to prevent any further building on the north side of Princes Street, thus preserving the residents' view of the Castle.

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People > Adults > Men

Places > Edinburgh areas > Princes Street

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

Religion > Religious facilities > Anglican churches

Religion > Religious facilities > Graveyards

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