Identity area
Reference code
NEWB3/07
Title
Notebook on birds
Date(s)
- n.d. (Creation)
Level of description
File
Extent and medium
3 cm, 1 notebook
Context area
Name of creator
(23 April 1869 - 7 August 1949)
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Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Hardback notebook containing handwritten notes on birds. The spine of the notebook has been labelled CULTS - NOMES.
The start of the notebook contains a list of birds, a bibliography of publications relating to birds (1872-1930), a list of birds in museum collections, list of domesticated birds. The notes are then organised by bird. The notes include bibliographic references, sketches of birds and cuttings of museum objects and wall paintings. Also includes handwritten extract from Petrie's benedictory address on 'souls and future life'. There are also loose pages of notes which have been inserted in relevant places. Some pages are titled but do not contain any notes.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
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Conditions governing access
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Existence and location of originals
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Alternative identifier(s)
Former reference code
PEN/X.III/N.E.