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Pictogram letter from Shirley Hughes to 'Sebastian'

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MS. 21835
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With the exceptions of their names and the date, Shirley writes to Sebastian in pictogram form thanking him for the party and for the book.

On headed 'Conqueror' writing paper, 295 x 210mm (1 leaf). The item has been removed from the glass frame [not retained] for preservation purposes.

Dates

  • Creation: 4 Oct 1988

Extent

1 box (1 folder)

Language of Materials

  • English

Preferred Citation

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Shelfmark:

MS. 21835

Collection ID (for staff)

CMD ID 21835

Abstract

Pictogram letter from Shirley Hughes to 'Sebastian', 4 Oct 1988.

Biographical / Historical

Shirley Hughes (1927-2022) was a freelance author and illustrator.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Purchased by the Bodleian Library with the support of the Roy Davids Fund from Cheffins, May 2022.

Title
Catalogue of pictogram letter from Shirley Hughes to 'Sebastian', 4 Oct 1988
Status
Published
Author
Rachael Marsay
Date
2022
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Sponsor
Catalogued with the generous support of the Roy Davids bequest
Edition statement
First edition

Repository Details

Part of the Bodleian Libraries Repository

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