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Childhood and personal items, c.1913-1995

 Sub-Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/1928/NRI/NRI2/8/20

Scope and Contents

From the Fonds:

These are objects collected by, given to, or worn by Joseph Needham, Dorothy Needham and Lu Gwei-Djen. Objects given to the Needham Research Institute are catalogued as NRI 1

Dates

  • Creation: c.1913-1995

Extent

2 archive box(es) : Metal, plastic, glass, leather, wood and paper

Immediate Source of Acquisition

These items were found in Joseph Needham’s office in the Needham Research Institute, and in desk drawers in various rooms at the Institute.

Physical Description

Wood, metal, glass, plastic, fabric and paper.

Repository Details

Part of the Needham Research Institute Repository

Contact:
Needham Research Institute
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Cambridge CB3 9AF United Kingdom
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