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Mercat Cross of Edinburgh

Skene, James, 1827, Watercolour
Mercat Cross of Edinburgh
Mercat Cross of Edinburgh
Mercat Cross of Edinburgh
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Item no
617
Title
Mercat Cross of Edinburgh, phantom heralds proclaiming the fate of Flodden Field.
Description
Three figures stand on the Mercat Cross. A large column finished with the carving of a unicorn rises from the centre of the structure. Above the unicorn is a flag. The structure has columns and arches along its base. Behind the cross is St Giles Cathedral with its large arched stained glass windows and a ornate spire.
Artist / maker
Date
1827
Size
26 x 19 cm.
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
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£5.80(inc. VAT 20%)
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£29.40(inc. VAT 20%)
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