| Repository | University of Roehampton: Archives and Special Collections |
| Level | File |
| Reference Number | RC/2/8/1/2 |
| Alternate Reference Number | RC 17 |
| Creator Name | Richmal Crompton; Richmal Ashbee (niece of Richmal Crompton); and Richmal Ashbee's heirs |
| Title | [Richmal Crompton] Small, navy-blue Globe Trotter suitcase [belonging to Richmal Crompton] |
| Date | 20th Century |
| Extent | 1 artefact |
| Description | The suitcase was created in the early- to mid-20th Century. It was made by Globe Trotter.
Inside the suitcase is a cross made out of reeds; cross made in the early- to late-20th Century.
[This suitcase was used to hold some of Richmal Crompton's documents when they were deposited with Archives and Special Collections.] |
| Physical Description | The suitcase is 50.5cm x 32.5cm x 18.5cm.
The suitcase is made of navy-blue [cardboard?] with some wood and metal. It has metal fastenings and a navy-blue leather handle. The inside of the suitcase is lined with cream fabric.
The suitcase has two lockab |
| Access Status | Open |
| Copyright | Copyright to be determined. |
| Related Material | Further bags and suitcases owned by Richmal Crompton can be found in RC 168, RC 170, RC 239A and RC 378. |