Photographic print of a domestic scene in an African village., Late 19th century.
Item
Identifier: MS.42440
Scope and Contents
Two women, one carrying an infant on her back in a sling, stand pounding food in a mortar. Two children sit nearby holding large round shallow receptacles for winnowing, while a third child sits behind the mortar. The image is repeated on the print.
Dates
- Creation: Late 19th century.
Creator
- From the Sub-Series: Livingstone, David, explorer and missionary, 1813-1873: recipient (Recipient, Person)
Language of Materials
From the Sub-Series:
English; Tswana
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Extent
0.00 Linear metres (1 folio.)
Immediate Source of Acquisition
0437C
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Contact:
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk