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| Creator: | Caldecott, Randolph, 1846-1886. |
| Title: | Randolph Caldecott Letter |
| Inclusive Dates: | 1881 |
| Quantity: | 1 folder (SC) |
| Abstract: | Letter from English artist and illustrator Randolph Caldecott. |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
Special Collections Research Center, Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Avenue Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center |
Biographical History
Randolph Caldecott (1846-1886) was an English artist and illustrator, best known for his work in children's books. The prestigious Caldecott Medal, awarded each year since 1937 for "most distinguished American picture book for children," is named for him.
Scope and Contents of the Collection
The Randolph Caldecott Letter consists of a single short letter from the British artist and illustrator to a Miss Marianne Howse, giving his permission for her to make and sell copies of his illustrations to raise money for "the sick & needy." The notepaper bears the letterhead of the Caldecotts' home, Wybourns.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Randolph Caldecott Letter,
Special Collections Research Center,
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
Purchase, date unknown.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: MRC
Date: 11 Apr 2017
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