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Object number

LDSAL2020.15.22

Artist/Designer/Maker

Lysons, Samuel - Author

Production date

1801

Material

Paper
Pen
Ink

Technique

Writing (Processes)
Handwriting

Dimensions

Height: 204mm
Width: 323mm

Inscriptions

Inscription content

Read S.A.L. April 30th 1801.
    The item is a letter from Samuel Lysons to Rev J Brand, refuting the interpretation of Mr Mcqueen on the meaning of the word Sulis. This letter accompanied a drawing of inscriptions which included this word.