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100 1 _aGray, John Miller,
_d1850-1894
245 1 0 _aNotes on the Art Treasures at Penicuik House Midlothian
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aThe art treasures of Scotland; 3.
500 _aRelease date is 2021-06-12
508 _aSusan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Notes on the Art Treasures at Penicuik House Midlothian" by John Miller Gray is a historical account that was likely written in the late 19th century. This work serves as both an exploration of the cultural legacy associated with the Clerks of Penicuik and an examination of the art collection at Penicuik House, highlighting the relationships of the family with notable artists and literary figures throughout history. The detail in the opening sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Scottish art and culture, along with insights into the significant contributions made by the Clerks. At the start of the text, the author introduces the Clerks of Penicuik, tracing their lineage and connection to Scottish culture over the past two centuries. The narration emphasizes the impact of influential family members, such as Sir John Clerk and his descendants, on literature, arts, and commerce in Scotland. Visitors to Penicuik House are greeted by an extensive collection of art and antiquities, ranging from portraits to decorative features, with special attention given to the exquisite gardens surrounding the estate. This initial portion invites the reader to appreciate not only the beauty of the estate but the rich historical context that these art treasures embody, laying the groundwork for a more profound exploration of the significance of these cultural artifacts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPenicuik House (Penicuik, Scotland)
653 _aArt -- Scotland -- Penicuik
830 0 _aThe art treasures of Scotland; 3.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65604
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