The Tron Kirk, Edinburgh. From 'Edina Delineata'
About this artwork
This engraving is from Edina Delineata a series of images showing the buildings of Edinburgh, published in 1789 and issued in four instalments. This view of High Street from the Tron Church was part of the third group of images to be issued, alongside views of New Bridewell, Heriot’s Hospital and the Ruins of Holyrood Chapel. Although largely architectural views, this image also includes many incidental details, such as shop fronts, a man who has been thrown from his horse, and a procession of soldiers trooping towards the Castle.
Published November 2022
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title:The Tron Kirk, Edinburgh. From 'Edina Delineata'
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date created:1789
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materials:Etching and engraving on paper
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measurements:Sheet : 11.00 x 16.40 cm
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credit line:Transferred from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery
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accession number:P 7900
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Aeneas Macpherson
Aeneas Macpherson
There is little known about the amateur Scottish printmaker Aeneas Macpherson. In 1789 he self-published a collection of engravings of Edinburgh views under the title Edina Delineata: Picturesque perspective views of the public and remarkable buildings etc. in the City of Edinburgh and it’s...
