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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
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the rich history of exploration with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print featuring David Livingstone's iconic Hollis and Son gun. Captured at an auction room in Staffordshire, this image showcases the moment the gun, which once accompanied the famed explorer on his African expeditions, came up for sale. Each print is produced using premium quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life. Order now and add a piece of adventure and discovery to your home or office decor.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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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