Catherine "Kate" Weller commonplace book
Content Description
This collection contains a commonplace book created by Catherine "Kate" Weller of Surrey, England. The book, dated between 1833 and 1835, includes 154 pages with sixty-four handwritten entries, ten watercolors, six other drawings, and a few ephemera items. It also has what may be a self-portrait of the author. Weller's title page is dated March 10, 1833 and the first entry is dated September 20, 1835 under the heading "My Album". The book has typical entries of commonplace books of the time, such as passages from Samuel Johnson, Oliver Goldsmith, and aphorisms like Thomas Jefferson's "Ten rules to live by." Weller provided much of the text; however, there is at least five other writers, including a man identified only as "THD" commenting on bachelorhood and love. Weller's drawings capture in full-color detail, with many scenes featuring birds, florals, butterflies, a cottage, and a woman.
Acquisition Type
Purchase
Provenance
Purchased from Langdon Manor, 29 June 2023.
Language of Description
English
Script of Description
Latin
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- Creation: 1833-1835
Creator
- Weller, Catherine "Kate" (Person)
Extent
0.03 Cubic Feet (1 folder (letter))
Language of Materials
English
Inventory
One book