File SC13/1 - A Catalogue of Indian Idols, Indian Paintings, Drawings, &c. which were collected by Mr. Simpson

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GB 891 SC13-SC13/1

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A Catalogue of Indian Idols, Indian Paintings, Drawings, &c. which were collected by Mr. Simpson

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  • 2005 (Creation)
  • 1792 (Creation)

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photocopy and handwritten

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(1766 -)

Administrative history

Christie's is a British auction house founded in 1766 by James Christie

Archival history

This list was created from another copy by Michael Willis who also researched the items in the British Museum.

Immediate source of acquisition or transfer

The list and letter were donated to the Royal Asiatic Society by Michael Willis.

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'A Catalogue of Indian Idols, Indian Paintings, Drawings, &c. which were collected by Mr. Simpson, during a long Residence in India in the Company's Service. Which will be Sold by Auction by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, in Pall Mall, On Saturday,read more

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  • English

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