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Howgrave Graham glass lanterns slides collection

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1029 glass lantern slides of photographs by R.P. Howgrave Graham of European architecture, primarily churches and cathedrals in France and the United Kingdom. Many of the slides are undated but the majority date from 1926-1956.

Dates

  • Creation: c.1912-1956

Extent

0.6 Linear metres (22 boxes)

Language of Materials

  • English

Preferred Citation

Oxford, Bodleian Libraries [followed by shelfmark and folio or page reference, e.g. MS. 24174/1, item 1].

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Full range of shelfmarks:

MSS. 24174/1-22

Collection ID (for staff)

CMD ID 24174

Abstract

R.P. Howgrave Graham's glass lantern slides of photographs of European architecture.

Biographical / Historical

Robert Pickersgill Howgrave Graham (1880-1959) was an archaeologist, horologist and photographer who served as Assistant Keeper of the Muniments of Westminster Abbey from 1948 to 1959.

Arrangement

The arrangement in which the slides were received has been preserved.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Transferred from the Oxford University History of Art Department in May 2025.

Related Materials

Westminster Abbey Library: a large collection of negatives. Historic England and The Conway Library: architectural images.

Title
Catalogue of the Howgrave Graham Glass Lantern Slides Collection
Status
Published
Author
Lucy McCann
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Edition statement
First edition.
Finding aid note
Cataloguing support provided by Sonia Ambrose, Lauren Christmas, Yanjing Lu, Eleanor Smith, Claire Thomas, Alex Walker and Sarah Ware.

Repository Details

Part of the Bodleian Libraries Repository

Contact:
Weston Library
Broad Street
Oxford OX1 3BG United Kingdom