Skating on Duddingston Loch and Sketches on the Ice 1884

This 1884 drawing by George Lockie, *Skating on Duddingston Loch and Sketches on the Ice*, depicts a crowded winter scene on the frozen Duddingston Loch in Edinburgh, Scotland. Lockie captures the lively chaos of the event in a humorous and detailed manner. The central scene shows a large group of skaters, some gracefully gliding across the ice, others entangled in comical falls. The edges are filled with smaller vignettes of individual skaters, showcasing a range of skating styles and mishaps. This engaging work captures the social life and winter recreation of a 19th-century Scottish community, highlighting the popularity of ice skating as a popular pastime.