Object number1864.2.1115
Birthplace of Mr. Robert Stephenson, C. E.
DateNd
Artist
John Brown
(English, active 1819-1850)
CultureEnglish
MediumInk, wash and pencil on paper
DimensionsSheet: 8 5/8 x 6 5/8 in. (21.91 x 16.83 cm)
Credit LineGift of Matthew Vassar
On View
Not on viewPeriod19th c
Classification(s)
InscribedInscribed (below drawing of house): Newspaper clipping discussing the birthplace of Robert Stephenson.; (also, in ink): ___(first two words illegible) with the matter I have lately submitted has not been very successful I venture to trouble you with this accompanying sketch which ought to make a useful illustration. Robert Stephenson was born in the room lighting the window marked A. In the same room George's young wife died not long after. Please give some particulars about this house and neighborhood which I have known well for years. May I ask if you could do so with trouble if you could kindly let me know about this soon. / Truly yours, / John Brown / W. Green Esq.
ProvenanceCollections: Elias Magoon
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John Brown
1857
Culture: English
