Common place book of Robert Edward (1616-1696), minister of the Murroes; with original cover., [?1635-?1670.]
Scope and Contents
MSS.9447-9458 consist of Scottish and English music, and French lute music, all dating from before 1675. MSS.9459-9469 consist of French music brought to Scotland by James and Harie Maule after their visits to France between 1678 and 1683. MSS.9470-9475 are opera scores and parts acquired by James Maule when in exile in Italy after the 1715 rising.
Dates
- Creation: [?1635-?1670.]
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
2 Volumes ; Octavo.
Language of Materials
From the Series: Undetermined
Arrangement
1 volume + original cover.
Custodial History
The book was in the possession of Robert Edward's son Alexander (1651-1708) in 1687, and may have come to the Panmure family when Alexander was outed from his post as minister of Kemback in 1689.
The volume was previously deposited in the National Library of Scotland, 1957.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Bought, 1979.
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
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