What collection did Bruce-Mitford help acquire?
Ilbert's collection of clocks
Rosetta Stone
Elgin Marbles
Sutton Hoo treasure
Answer
Ilbert's collection of clocks was acquired with the assistance of Bruce-Mitford. The collection, which included over 100 timepieces, was purchased by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London in 1958. Bruce-Mitford, a noted collector and expert on clocks, played a key role in negotiating the acquisition and ensuring the preservation of this significant collection.
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