Shield of painted and gilded wood

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This shield features the painted and gilded arms of the Incorporated Trades of Dalkeith. It dates from the 18th century and comes from the gallery of Dalkeith Parish Church in Midlothian.

The shield is set in an open scrolling framework. In the centre of the oval shield is the insignia of the Hammermen, the crowned hammer. The motto at the foot reads: 'We Live By God's Providence'.

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• Online ID: 000-100-000-592-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.KL 5
• Date: 18th century
  
• Material: Wood, painted
  Shield, armorial
  
• Dimensions: 770 mm H x 820 mm W x 65 mm D
  
• What: Shield, armorial
  
• Subject: Carved woodwork, painted ceilings (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who: Incorporated Trades of Dalkeith (Owner)
  
• Where: Scotland, Midlothian, Dalkeith (Dalkeith Parish Church)
  
• Event:
• Description: Oval shield with the arms of the Incorporated Trades of Dalkeith, Midlothian, from the gallery of Dalkeith Parish Church
  
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