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MS 308-2001: MS 308-2001

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Maker(s)

Writer: Palmer, Thomas

Categories

Description

Book of writings compiled by Thomas Palmer. Includes "to obtain knowledge of the constellation" from Adam's lectures, quotations and poems (many composed by Palmer himself)

Notes

History note: By descent to Joan Linnell Ivimy Burton and the John Linnell Trust

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bought (2000-05) by Burton, Joan Linnell

Dating

1790 - 1830

Components of the work

Support composed of paper ( 48 p numbered - rest without content)

Materials used in production

Ink

Techniques used in production

Handwriting

Identification numbers

Accession number: MS 308-2001
Primary reference Number: 86373

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 24 August 2020

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Manuscripts and Printed Books

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