Topographical collections, mostly relating to Windsor and Berkshire, compiled by William Bromet, MD, FSA (d. 1850); first half 19th century, with some earlier material. Bromet was surgeon to the 1st Regiment Life Guards. For details of his career and publications, mostly relating to foreign antiquities, see Proc., 1st ser., 2 (1849-53), 152-3 (obituary). With drawings, w/cols., etc., many by Bromet. Five boxes.
Collection of William Bromet, mostly relating to Windsor and Berkshire
This material is held atSociety of Antiquaries of London
- Reference
- GB 118 BRO
- Dates of Creation
- first half 19th century, with some earlier material
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- Five boxes
Scope and Content
Access Information
Open for consultation
Acquisition Information
Bequeathed by William Bromet, MD, FSA, 1850, with four volumes of brass rubbings, etc. (in the Prints and Drawings Collections). See Proc., 1st ser., 2 (1849-53), 152-3, 193. See also BRO/006, MSS/0239 and LYS (Lysons Collection).
Other Finding Aids
https://collections.sal.org.uk/bro