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Glasgow fair 1825 from the ' Northern looking glass ' 



The illustration is from 'Northern Looking-Glass' (formally the Glasgow looking glass)Vol. 1. No 4, which was printed and published by John Watson, Lithographic Printers, 169 George Street, Glasgow and cost 1s 6d (15.5 pence).

This illustration shows the hive of activity which surrounded the Glasgow Fair during the early part of the 19th century. Initially held on Glasgow Green the Fair was a major event in for the city.

The Fair not only brought traders and merchants to the city, but also people from far and wide would come to experience the bustle of activity and to see the various entertainments on offer such as the Penny Geggies.


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