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Model of Bell Rock Lighthouse

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designed by Robert Stevenson

Postcard of Model of Bell Rock Lighthouse.
000-000-099-947-C
© National Museums Scotland

Model of Bell Rock Lighthouse

This is a model of the Bell Rock Lighthouse off Arbroath. Designed by Robert Stevenson and built between 1806 and 1811, it is now the oldest rock tower in use in the British Isles.

This model shows the tower in its finished state, with openings to illustrate the interiors of the various apartments. The railway, cranes, and boats used during the construction of the lighthouse are also shown.

Robert Stevenson, 1772-1850, was the first of the Stevenson 'lighthouse' dynasty. He designed and built 18 lighthouses, including Bell Rock off Arbroath. He also designed canals, harbours and bridges.


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Online ID: 000-000-099-947-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0088: Innovators and Innovations (multimedia essay)
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  T.1867.22.1
Date: 1822
Completed 1822
Material: Plate-glass case
Dimensions: 1250 mm H x 1540 mm x 780 mm
What: Lighthouse / model / case
Subject: 9. NAVIGATION (Departmental Classification)
Who: Robert Stevenson (lighthouse builder)
Where: Scotland, Angus, Bell Rock / Inch Cape (Lighthouse)
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Description: Model of the Bell Rock Lighthouse enclosed in a plate-glass case showing the tower and its various apartments and the railway, cranes and boats employed during the building's construction, 1807 - 1811
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