1. Egerton MS 3865
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Egerton MS 3865
- Title:
- RUTHVEN TODD: calligraphic list of books in his library, with occasional comments and bibliographical details, by Ruthven Todd (b.1914, d.1978), poet and writer; circa 1941. Autograph. Many of the books are by or relate to William Blake, in whom Todd had a lifelong interest. Ownership inscription, 'Ruthven Todd, 41 Mansionhouse Road, Edinburgh', on inner front cover. Purchased from Mrs K. O'Brien from the Bridgewater Fund, 2 May 1990. Paper; ff. i+26. 187 x 121mm. Binding of red cloth with...
- Scope & Content:
- William Blake, poet and painter: List of books in the library of Ruthven Todd, many by and rel. to Blake: circa 1941. Inventories: Ruthven Todd, poet and writer: Books in his library: circa 1941: Calligraphically written.
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- English
- Date Range:
- c 1941
- Extent:
- 1 item