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In 1996 as part of the revitalisation of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh two artists were commissioned to collaborate with architects Page & Park in the creation of new pieces of public art for Hunter Square. The artists, Ian Hamilton Finlay and Peter Randall-Page worked with granite, stone and cast bronze in their sculptural and text-based artworks.

The project was managed by the Scottish Sculpture Trust and the legacy of the work continues.

Artists

• Ian Hamilton Finlay
• Peter Randall-Page

Funding

SAC Award amount

£78,000.00

Project total cost

£142,490.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of commissioning two artists to create new works as an integral part of the redesign of Hunter Square in Edinburgh.

(Please note dates and details correct at time of award.)

Consultation & Commissioning Process

Page & Park Architects worked collaboratively with the selected artists towards integrating the sculptures into the redevelopment of Hunter Square.

A brief was prepared by the Royal Mile Project Team in conjunction with the architects Page & Park. Selection from a shortlist involved a judging panel of six people (representing the different bodies involved in the Royal Mile Project) advised by Graeme Murray of the Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh.

Outcomes

• Baskets: cast bronze
• Body and Soul: granite water sculpture