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Description: | This collection of superstitions and charms was donated by Edward Lovett in 1916; it gives a fascinating insight into the superstitious beliefs of Londoners at the turn of the 19th century. Parts of the collection are on display in the museum's permanent gallery, the remainder can be viewed on request.
Edward Lovett (1852-1933) was the head cashier of a large City bank. He was also an expert on alpine plants and an enthusiastic collector of any items relating to superstitions. He founded the Folklore Society and during the First World War he organised a number of exhibitions of his collection.
Lovett bought his first charms and curios at the age of eight. His interest in folklore was increased a few years later when he saw a mandrake root in a herbalistÃ's shop. Lovett was most interested in collecting objects that threw light on popular customs and beliefs. | Subjects: | charms and superstitions folklore People | Source: | Cornucopia - Discovering UK Collections | FAX: | 020 7525 2345 | Telephone: | 020 7525 2332 | Identifier: | oai:www.cornucopia.org.uk:5398 | Go to resource |
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