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Bookplate of James Stewart Henderson (1863-1933): P.15142-R

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Titles

Bookplate of James Stewart Henderson (1863-1933)

Maker(s)

Printmaker: Unknown

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Description

Small copper plate (140 mm x 100 mm), corners crudely chamfered. J.S. Henderson engraved on a pennant at lower centre, two laurel branches tied with a ribbon to either side of a shield bearing 'Henderson' arms; a hand holding a star Or surmounted by a crescent with motto on banner below: 'Sola virtus nobilitat (Virtue alone ennobles)'.

Measurements and weight

Height: 140 mm
Width: 100 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Unknown by Unknown

Dating

20th Century
Circa 1880 - Circa 1933

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Copper

Identification numbers

Accession number: P.15142-R
Primary reference Number: 317476
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 22 May 2024 Updated: Friday 25 October 2024 Last processed: Wednesday 14 May 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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