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The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829. Artist: W Wallis
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The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829. Artist: W Wallis
The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829. Located two miles north-west of Edinburgh city centre, Craigleith Quarry was active for over 300 years, from 1615-1942. After Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (1792-1864). From Athens, displayed in a series of views; or, Edinburgh in the nineteenth century; exhibiting the whole of the new buildings, modern improvements, antiquities, & picturesque scenery of the Scottish metropolis & its environs, by John Britton. [Jones & Co. London, 1829]
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Arial View Britton Cliff Cliff Face Cliffs Distant Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle Elevated View Jones Jones Co Quarry Quarrying Shepherd Th Shepherd Thomas Hosmer Thomas Hosmer Shepherd W Wallis Wallis New Town Stone Quarry
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This print, titled "The Stone Quarries, Craigleith, near Edinburgh: From Which the New Town was Built, 1829" takes us back in time to witness a crucial chapter in the history of Scotland's capital city. Located just two miles northwest of Edinburgh's bustling center, Craigleith Quarry served as an active site for more than three centuries, from 1615 to 1942. The artist behind this remarkable piece is W Wallis, who skillfully captures the rugged beauty of the quarry landscape. The image showcases a vast expanse of cliffs and fortifications that stretch into the distance. In the foreground, we see people engaged in various activities related to quarrying – a testament to the industry that shaped Edinburgh's growth. Edinburgh Castle stands proudly atop one of these cliffs, providing a dramatic backdrop against which this scene unfolds. Its presence serves as a reminder of both Scotland's rich heritage and its ongoing evolution. This monochrome engraving offers an elevated view that allows us to appreciate not only the geographical features but also the intricate details within them. The print transports us back to nineteenth-century Scotland when new buildings were emerging alongside ancient antiquities. Preserved through time by John Britton's collection entitled "Views; or, Edinburgh in the nineteenth century" this print provides valuable insight into how Edinburgh's New Town came into existence using stone extracted from these very quarries. It is truly a visual treasure worth cherishing for generations to come.
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