Scope and arrangement
Collection consists of letters and memoranda to French from various persons, most in Volapük, relating to universal language.
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- Creator
- French, Edwin Davis, 1851-1906
- Call number
- MssCol 1080
- Physical description
- .15 linear feet (1 v.)
- Language
- Materials in Volapük, other artificial languages, English, French and Italian
- Preferred Citation
- Edwin Davis French papers, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library
- Repository
- Manuscripts and Archives Division
Collection consists of letters and memoranda to French from various persons, most in Volapük, relating to universal language.
Biographical/historical information
Edwin Davis French (1851-1906) was an engraver of silver and copper, famous for the bookplates he designed and engraved. He was interested in artificial languages, especially Volapük and Esperanto, and was active in Volapük societies.
Administrative information
Source of acquisition
Gift (1907?-1928), 1907Key terms
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Location
Manuscripts and Archives DivisionStephen A. Schwarzman Building
Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018-2788
Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room, Third Floor, Room 328