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RefNoMS/377/2/3/5
Previous numbersMS/381
LevelFile
TitleIllustrations for 'Outlines of magnetism and electricity', drawn by G.T.Riley
Date1871
DescriptionFigures intended to illustrate the book 'Outlines of magnetism and electricity, for public schools and science and art examinations; being notes of a course of lectures delivered at the Royal School of Naval Architecture, with an introduction on the first principles of physics', by William Fletcher Barrett (London, Bell & Daldy, 1871). Original illustrations (one signed 'G.T.Riley') with printed versions. Including a printed advertisement for the book (used as a wrapper) based upon its title-page, inscribed: 'Will you kindly make this known where it may be useful W.F.B.'.
Extent29 items
FormatManuscript and printed
PhysicalDescriptionPaper
DimensionsVarious sizes
AccessStatusOpen
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