From:
Robert Walker
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[14 January 1860]
Source of text:
RS:HS 18.368
Summary:
Miniature of William Herschel's portrait was lost and recovered. At same sale where RW bought WH's portrait, was sold 7-foot reflector, inside which were several papers in WH's handwriting. New owner would not accept £40. Does JH advise offering more?
Contributor:
John Herschel Project