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St Giles Church from the north-west, altered 1827
Wilson, D., 1848, Engraving
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St Giles Church from the north-west, altered 1827
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St Giles Church from the north-west, altered 1827
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A busy scene outside St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. The central tower of the cathedral, with its distinctive crown-shaped spire, can be seen above the arched windows and large doorway. Many men, women and children stand outside the cathedral. There is a horse and cart, a small dog, and men carrying buckets and ladders.
Artist / maker
Wilson, D.
Engraver
Stewart, T.
Date
1848
Size
21.7 x 13.8 cm
Type
Engraving
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The writting at the bottom of this engraving reads: "St. Giles' Church. From the N.West. Altered 1827".
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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