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David Livingstones gun
An auctioneer with David Livingstones gun when it came up for sale at an auction room in Staffordshire. Livingstone took the Hollis and Son gun to Africa and it was repaired there. The gun was brought back to UK with the exporers body and personal effects in 1873 by Joseph Wainwright and faithful bearers Chuma and Susi. First published The Times newspaper Date: 1987
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Media ID 19534933
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1987 Dunn Eighties Explorer Livingstone Philip Shotgun Hollis
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Experience the rich history of exploration with our exquisite framed print of David Livingstone's Gun, expertly captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image brings to life the moment the iconic gun, which accompanied the renowned Scottish missionary and explorer on his African expeditions, was showcased at an auction room in Staffordshire. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the intricate details and authenticity of this historical moment. Add this unique piece to your home or office to inspire adventure, courage, and a deep appreciation for the past.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.1cm x 39.6cm (10.7" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, an auctioneer holds David Livingstone's historic Hollis and Son shotgun as it goes under the hammer at an auction room in Staffordshire during the 1980s. This gun, a symbol of exploration and adventure, was once carried by the famed Scottish missionary and explorer, David Livingstone, as he traversed the African continent in the late 19th century. Livingstone acquired this gun from Hollis and Son, a well-known gunsmith in Birmingham, England, before embarking on his African expedition in 1852. During his journey, the gun was in need of repair, and it was mended by local craftsmen in Africa. This gun, along with Livingstone's other personal effects, was returned to the UK in 1873, following his tragic death in 1873. The faithful bearers Chuma and Susi, who accompanied Livingstone on his final journey, brought the gun back to England with his body. The gun's provenance is further evidenced by the inscription on the barrel, which reads "D. Livingstone, Africa 1856." This photograph, taken in the late 1980s, captures a moment in time when history comes to life, as the gun, with its rich past, is passed from one owner to another. The Hollis and Son shotgun is a testament to Livingstone's incredible journey and the enduring allure of exploration and adventure.
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