Franklin, Benjamin: Portraits and photograph of press, circa 1777
Scope and Contents
This collection contains printed ephemera and manuscripts relating primarily to the printing trade. The materials described here constitute only a portion of the printing ephemera in the collection. The organization and description of the materials are ongoing, and researchers are advised to consult Special Collections staff.
Dates
- circa 1777
Conditions Governing Access
Materials are open to research.
Extent
2 items
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: Dutch; Flemish
From the Collection: French
From the Collection: Russian
Custodial History
Pq92 F8313c; P92 F8313pr
General
Two portraits of Benjamin Franklin, one drawn by C.N. Cochin and engraved by Aug. de St Aubin, Paris 1777?; also photographic reproduction of a printing press
Repository Details
Part of the Providence Public Library Repository
150 Empire Street
Providence RI 02903 United States of America
401-455-8021
special_collections@provlib.org