Inventory of works of art

RA Collection: Archive

Reference code

RAA/LIB/1/2/2

Title

Inventory of works of art

Date

[1876-1888]

Level

Item

Extent & medium

18 pieces

Previous reference codes

827

Historical Background

There is a strong likelihood that this was produced at the point the Diploma Galleries first opened to the public. A Council minute of 16 May 1876 that a catalogue be prepared (RAA/PC/1/15, p.52). Annotations show that the list then remained current until around 1887-88.

Content Description

Inventory of paintings, sculpture and drawings displayed in the Diploma Galleries, Council Room, General Assembly Room, Schools, and in the basement - listing work of art and the name of the artist.

Physical Characteristics

Grubby but sound.