Journals of Sir James Hall of Dunglass, 4th Baronet, of a tour of Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy., 1783-1785.
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS.6324-6328
Scope and Contents
Topics of comment, in addition to those mentioned in the series-level description, include bridges, volcanic geology, painting and sculpture, and comparison of national character, dress, and living conditions. Not every entry is dated, but each volume is subdivided into four or five stages of the tour, headed by names of towns or regions with inclusive dates. There is no record of the return journey, as in the sub-series MSS.6329-6332, and it is possible that some volumes are lost.
Dates
- Creation: 1783-1785.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
5 Volumes ; Small octavo.
Language of Materials
From the Series: Undetermined
Genre / Form
Repository Details
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Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk