| RefNo | MS/790/11 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from William Bentinck, 2nd Duke of Portland, Whitehall, to Martin Folkes |
| Creator | Bentinck; William (1708 - 1762); 2nd Duke of Portland |
| Recipient | Folkes; Martin (1690 - 1754); antiquary and natural philosopher |
| Date | 26 April 1743 |
| Description | His wife has heard a great deal about the polypes [hydra] which were sent to Folkes from Holland. Being naturally curious, she has asked to beg Folkes's company at dinner next Friday, and would like Folkes to bring some of these insects so that they may see some experiment tried upon them. |
| Extent | 1p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA519 | Bentinck; William (1708 - 1762); 2nd Duke of Portland | 1708 - 1762 |
| NA8378 | Folkes; Martin (1690 - 1754); antiquary and natural philosopher | 1690 - 1754 |