John Bricard Stanniforth's notebook of decorative watchpapers and manuscript poems
Notebook of engraved decorative watchpapers and manuscript poems, by John Bricard Stanniforth, Lincolnshire, England, 1844-1850. This collection was probably assembled during Stanniforth’s travels through many towns in England between 1844-1850 and indicates the multifunction of the watch maker and repairer trade. The watchpapers contain text or pictorial motifs advertising the services of the watchmakers.
- Measurements:
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overall: 160 mm x 110 mm x 20 mm,
- Materials:
- paper (fibre product)
- Object Number:
- 1999-1095/1
- type:
- watch papers