Letters, 1821, 1835-1836 and n.d.

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Letters, 1821, 1835-1836 and n.d.

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Bidding instructions, mostly to a Mr. Molteno, for the purchase of rare books, manuscripts, and works of art. Many ask for the outcome of specific auctions, who bought the items and at what price. Letters of interest concern Rembrandt etchings, works of Hogarth and Walpole (1836). Others praise the work of Edmonstone (1835) and comment on the current economy, with Northwick stating that he is on the verge of bankruptcy (n.d.). Chronologically arranged.

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Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606-1669

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Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797

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Dr. John Allen (1771-1843) was a political and historical writer. In 1791 he graduated with an MD from the University of Edinburgh. In 1801, in his capacity as a doctor, he accompanied Lord Holland to Spain, and on his return to England became a regular inmate of Holland House. Although he served in 1806 as under-secretary to the commissioners for treating with America, Allen is best known for his social life at Holland House, especially as documented in his diary. He also helped Lord Holland to...

Hogarth, William, 1697-1764

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Northwick, John Rushout, Baron, 1770-1859

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Edmondstone, Robert, 1794-1834.

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