Jer. Jennyns letter to Alderman Morris, 1671 July.

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Jer. Jennyns letter to Alderman Morris, 1671 July.

Jennyns writes to Morris, July 1671, with a list of paintings for sale, saying he will not part with the lot for under 100 pounds and needs to hear "by three of this clock" or he will otherwise dispose of them. The list of paintings includes prices; integral envelope.

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Morris, John, -1682

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Robert Clayton was born in Northamptonshire in 1629. He became an apprentice to his uncle who was a London scrivener where he became acquainted with fellow apprentice Alderman John Morris. They both went on to become successful businessmen and to establish the bank, Clayton & Morris Co. Clayton entered politics representing several wards depending on Whig favour. He was knighted in 1671 and went on to be elected Lord Mayor for 1679-80. Clayton built a considerable fortune and, as a mark of h...