[Billhead of H.J. Simkin, carver & gilder, London, for the purchase of picture frames by Mr. Stevenson].
Alternate Title(s):
Dr. to H.J. Simkin, carver & gilder, picture frame maker & artists mount cutter
Published / Created:
London : H.J. Simkin, 1891.
Physical Description:
1 sheet ; 14 x 21 cm
Holdings:
Rare Books and ManuscriptsEph Hg 3
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Archives & Manuscripts
Notes:
"Dr. to H.J. Simkin, carver & gilder, picture frame maker & artists mount cutter. 113, Upper Street, Islington, N. Opposite St. Mary's Church".Completed in pen and black ink."Prints and drawings carefully mounted"."All goods must be paid for on or before delivery".The England & Wales National Probate Calendar (1896) notes the death of Henry James Simkin "of Upper-Street, Islington" on 8 August 1896.Records purchase, on Aug. 5, 1891, of eight oak and gold frames, for a bill totalling £1/4/4. Dated at top: "London, [Aug 5] 18[91]". Simkin records receipt of payment on Oct. 16th, 1891.
Subject Terms:
Simkin, Henry James, -1896. | Stevenson, Robert W., active 1881–1891. | Picture frames and framing -- Great Britain. | House furnishings -- Great Britain. | Decoration and ornament -- Great Britain. | London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century.
