Reference code
GI/1/2
Title
M. Alford, Castle Ashby, to [John] Gibson
Date
c. 1855
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 piece
Historical Background
Lord Alford died in 1851. Lady Marian Alford was much influenced by the 'calculating and masculine' American sculptor, Harriet Hosmer [DNB.]
Content Description
Alford invites Gibson to stay at Castle Ashby. She expresses her admiration of
[Harriet] Hosmer's 'Cupid'.
Physical Characteristics
Black border.