Album, 1899-1915

This material is held atSenate House Library Archives, University of London

  • Reference
    • GB 96 MS 702
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1899-1915
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1 volume containing 71 leaves

Scope and Content

Album inscribed 'To Blanche in loving memory of Nettie', 30 Sep 1900. The front cover is stamped with the initials J.C.B. and B.M.B. in the upper left and lower right corners respectively. Blue, pink or white pages with poems, watercolours and sketches; one oil painting on cardboard inserted (f.56). The dates range from 1899 to 1915, the majority of entries being of 1900-1905.

Administrative / Biographical History

No information available at present.

Arrangement

Single item.

Access Information

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Acquisition Information

Bought from Mr. Mason by John Henry Pyle Pafford in 1966.

Other Finding Aids

Collection level description.

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

The album is bound in leather with inside dentelle.

Archivist's Note

Compiled by Sarah Aitchison as part of the RSLP AIM25 Project.

Conditions Governing Use

Copies may be made, subject to the condition of the original. Copying must be undertaken by the Palaeography Room staff, who will need a minimum of 24 hours to process requests.