A holograph poem, [?1950s], entitled 'Birds in Winter' by B[erta] R[uck], written in red ink and accompanied by a pen, ink and watercolour drawing by Ruck, depicting an airman holding a bird.
The poem is written on the back of a sheet of Ruck's notepaper, headed 'From Berta Ruck Aberdovey Merioneth North Wales'; Ruck lived in Aberdyfi from 1939 until her death.
Berta Ruck's 'Birds in Winter'
This material is held atNational Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
- Reference
- GB 210 NLW MS 24044D, f. 38.
- Alternative Id.(alternative) 99757004002419
- Dates of Creation
- [?1950s]
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English English.
- Physical Description
- 1 f.
- Location
- ARCH/MSS (GB0210)
Scope and Content
Acquisition Information
Cheffins; Cambridge; Purchased at auction, lot 160; 6 July 2017; 99757004002419.
Note
Title based on contents.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Discoloured along upper edge by old adhesive tape.
Conditions Governing Use
Usual copyright laws apply. Information regarding ownership of Berta Ruck copyright can be found at http://tyler.hrc.utexas.edu/ (viewed October 2018).
Custodial History
'AS645 11' (label on old card backing). Sold from the collection of Elizabeth Luard.
Additional Information
Published