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Title
John Wilson (1785–1854)
Date
1863–1865
Medium
bronze & ashlar
Measurements
H 550 x W 200 x D 200 cm (E)
Accession number
EH2_CB_S032
Acquisition method
purchased by public subscription
Work type
Statue
Custodian
City of Edinburgh Council
Work status
extant
Listing status
A (Scotland)
Listing date
22/11/93
Access
time restrictions apply
Inscription description
in black relief lettering on the front of the plinth: JOHN WILSON / BORN 18TH MAY 1785 / DIED 1ST APRIL 1854