Autograph note signed from Mary Siddons to her daughter, Frances Wilson [manuscript], 1867.

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Autograph note signed from Mary Siddons to her daughter, Frances Wilson [manuscript], 1867.

Accompanied the gift of a box said to have been made from Shakespeare's mulberry tree, originally given to Mrs. Siddons by Mrs. Garrick. On the back is a note by Frederic Ouvry, June 6, 1878, saying that the box was given to him by Frances Wilson's daughter, Harriot Tait.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7441076

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Ouvry, Frederic, 1814-1881

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Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Wilson, Frances, 1808-1878

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Garrick, Eva Maria, 1724-1822

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Eva Garrick was the wife of British actor David Garrick. From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1775-1821. (Harvard University, Wadsworth House). WorldCat record id: 70316245 From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1775-1821. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612375098 Wife of David Garrick. From the description of Autograph note in third person : Adelphi, to "three dear and good friends", [after 1814] J...

Siddons, Mary, 1788-1871

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Sharp, Thomas, 1725-1799

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Tait, Harriot, 1831-1903

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Siddons, Sarah, 1755-1831

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Sarah Siddons was a famous 18th century British actress, best known for the role of Lady Macbeth; Miss Coates of Glasgow was her friend. From the description of Sarah Siddons letters to Miss Coates, 1795-1802. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 755229191 English actress. From the description of Autograph letter signed : [London], to Mrs. [Prince?] Hoare, [1816] July 11. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270663260 From the description of Autograph tic...