This intricately engraved 19th-century view presents Edinburgh as seen from Calton Hill, one of the city’s most iconic vantage points. Dominating the foreground is the Dugald Stewart Monument, a neoclassical memorial dedicated to the Scottish philosopher, its round temple form echoed in the classical aspirations of the city itself. The scene stretches westward toward the heart of Edinburgh, with its elegant Georgian architecture, bustling streets, and the commanding silhouette of Edinburgh Castle perched atop Castle Rock in the distance. Small figures populate the hilltop: some seated, some strolling, capturing the romantic ideal of contemplation in nature amid urban grandeur. This engraving is a masterful blend of topographical accuracy and artistic sentiment, reflecting the 19th-century reverence for Edinburgh’s intellectual and architectural heritage. Bartlett’s sketch, rendered into print by Cousen’s skilled hand, celebrates the capital’s harmony between city and landscape.

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