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Drawings of Old London

Chapter 2: NOTE.
By Philip Norman
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The volume assembles measured drawings and watercolours of historic London domestic and inn architecture, each plate paired with a concise catalogue entry recording dimensions, medium, provenance and historical or anecdotal context. Many views were executed from buildings that were later altered or demolished, and the entries outline signage, rebuilding, ownership and connections to civic or literary moments. Supplementary material includes a list of illustrations, editorial notes on transcription and viewing instructions for the originals in the museum, offering both a visual record and a practical scholarly guide for students of topography and architectural antiquities.

NOTE.

The Drawings of Old London, which form the subject of this Catalogue, were made by Mr. Philip Norman, LL.D., F.S.A., in almost every case from the actual buildings, many of which have since been demolished or essentially altered in appearance. They form, consequently, an important record of characteristic examples of Old London architecture, chiefly domestic; and, from this point of view, may be recommended to the attention of students. The collection was purchased for the Museum, in January 1896, on the recommendation of Professor W. Middleton and William Morris.

The thanks of the Board are due to Mr. Norman for his courtesy in providing the whole of the descriptions of the drawings; and also for revising the proofs of the present edition and lending the block of No. 6, "The Old Houses, White Hart Inn."

The drawings can be seen by visitors, in the Students' Room of the Department of Engraving, Illustration and Design (Room 71), at any time when the Museum is open, except on Sundays. The Department also contains other drawings and prints of a similar nature; and a Topographical Index referring thereto.

CECIL SMITH.

Victoria and Albert Museum,
July 1913.