The Henry Morton Stanley collection of memorabilia
Title:
The Henry Morton Stanley collection of memorabilia
Materials:
wood
Theme:
travel, exploration and research
Legend:
Block from the tree under which David Livingstone's heart was buried. Presented by Rev. W. S. Mathison, Galashiels, 1934. Given to the Museum in 1974, by J. V. Howard.
Original owner:
Henry Morton Stanley (°1841 - †1904)
Inscription:
Bois de l'arbre Livingstone under which the heart of Livingstone was buried. It is known as the "Maula"tree 22/9/1906
Date of acquisition:
1974-02-16
Dimensions:
16 cm x 8,5 cm x 4,5 cm
Inventory number:
HO.1974.42.6