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'System of water-colour painting', 17th edition (London, 1858), by Aaron Penley, used by James Augustus Grant on his African expedition., 1858.

 Item
Identifier: MS.17927

Scope and Contents

On the front cover are James Augustus Grant's signature and the note 'This book was my guide through Africa. J.A. Grant'; on a leaf tipped in after page [ii] are pencil and watercolour sketches; on page 64 is a pencil sketch; and on pages 7 and 10 of the advertisements at the back are pencil notes.

Dates

  • Creation: 1858.

Conditions Governing Access

Normal access conditions apply.

Conditions Governing Use

Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.

Extent

47 Leaves ; Octavo.

Language of Materials

From the Series: Undetermined

Arrangement

Manuscripts as listed through 64 + 30 printed pages.

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

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