Alasdair Gray, the leading Scottish artist and writer, and a long term supporter of Scottish independence, said the referendum result was a "great pity".
The author of Lanark and Why The Scots Should Rule Scotland, said: "I can say with a clear head this morning that it's a great pity.
"Still, in some respects it is a victory of sorts that so many voted for independence.
"Especially considering the extent of BBC prejudice in its reporting, which was astonishing."
On Scottish Independence, he said: "It could be seen as coming a step nearer, and if you believe that is something that should happen, that is a good thing."
Mr Gray said that the media, Westminster and other voices had proven to overwhelm the case for independence.
"Apart from the Sunday Herald, all the major newspapers were against it, all the leaders of the parties in Westminster, and the BBC were all united against it," he said.
"Looking at that, it is a surprise the Yes vote had 45% for it."
Mr Gray said he would now busy himself with work.
He has a major exhibition at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in the near future.
"I believe more powers for the Scottish Parliament have been promised," he added.
"I wonder how long it will take for that to be turned back, too."
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