The story of Arachne. Ms. of a lecture given at Woolwich by John Ruskin on Dec. 13th 1870
Writer:
Ruskin, John
Binder (person):
Cockerell, Douglas
Ms note by Sydney Cockerell: "This manuscript is partly in the writing of John Ruskin & partly in that of his servant Crawley. It was given to me by W. G. Collingwood in 1899."
Leaves numbered 7-38. 2 leaves tipped in at end. First 6 leaves recorded as lost. Obituary of Douglas Cockerell 1945 inserted loose.
Method of acquisition: Given (2005-10) by Surtees, Virginia
1870 - 1899
Bound in leather, stamped in gold. 5 raised spine bands. In slipcase.
Support composed of paper
Accession number: MS 9-2005
Primary reference Number: 125048
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Manuscripts and Printed Books
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