The historic sign and gate from the destroyed Robertson’s building in Dundee is to be stored at the McManus Galleries.
The museum will look after the sign and gate from the front of the former furniture store as demolition work continues in the wake of Saturday night’s devastating fire.
Leisure and Culture Dundee, which runs the McManus, says experts will assess damage to the items.
A spokesperson said: “We can confirm discussions have taken place with Dundee City Council to ensure the safekeeping of the Robertson’s and Willison House gate and signage at The McManus Collections Unit.
“Future plans for the signage and gate are still to be confirmed, but Leisure & Culture Dundee would like to reassure everyone that we will take good care of these objects meantime and are pleased to support efforts to save these items.
“Unfortunately, these won’t be available for public viewing at the moment as damage to the items will be assessed by experts in the first instance.”
Locals have expressed sadness about the loss of the historic building, which had a distinctive art deco façade.
Dundee resident Michael Dix told The Courier: “It’s devastating, it’s a beautiful building, it’s just a shame.”
Eileen Dix also expressed sadness over the loss.
She said: “It makes me feel really sad because it’s a lovely building and it’s just another part of the history of Dundee that’s going to be lost.”
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