| GB/0397 Royal Academy of Arts Archive. |
| | RAA Royal Academy of Arts, official archive 1768-2001 |
| | >RAA/LIB Records of the Librarian 1815-1999 |
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| Reference Code | RAA/LIB |
| Level | Sub-fonds |
| Title | Records of the Librarian |
| Date | 1815-1999 |
| Extent & Medium | X |
| Historical Background | The office of Librarian was created in 1770. The first holder was Francis Hayman (1770-76). Only Academicians were eligible until 1920. In 1873, the term of office was limited to five years, but re-election was permitted. Laymen have been appointed since 1920 without limitation of tenure. The Library and Archive of the Royal Academy of Arts is composed of a British art reference collection; historic book collection; illustrated book collection; prints and drawings; the Royal Academy archive and photographic collections. |
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