Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/55/8
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/55/8
Title
Typescript letter signed to Beaton, from London
Date(s)
- 13 Feb. 1973 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
2p paper
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
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Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Is typing this letter as his 'handwriting has become an insult to recipients'. Is going to write to John Pope Hennessy to ask his advice about the National Trust and pictures in houses. Encloses a book of poems. Recommends the work of Studio Hugo. Discusses photographers that he thinks were 'first class in their way'. Mentions various professional photographers and people he has known personally who 'take good photographs'. Is 'thrilled' at the idea of Beaon's book.