Record

Collection	GB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
Level	Item
Ref No	MS 3761/7/1
Title	Popish Sale !!! Most Alarming, Cruel, and Heart-Rending Sacrifice!
Date	19th century
Extent	1 item
Administrative History	John Cumming's efforts against the Roman Catholic church constituted a major focus of his career, particularly in the wake of the 'Papal Agression' of 1850.
Description	Anti-Catholic satirical poster giving a report of a mock auction of assorted Catholic liturgical vestments and accoutrements, including a 'Romish Miracle Maker, containing the whole art of making Roman Catholic Miracles'. It is also replete with anti-Semitic undertones.
Access Status	Open
Physical Description	Fragile, extensively damaged along folds. Handle with care.

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