Mr H M Stanley Collection

Listening to the Voice of the late Cardinal Manning through the Phonograph (engraving)
1604566 Listening to the Voice of the late Cardinal Manning through the Phonograph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New House of Commons, the Government Benches (engraving)
1100581 The New House of Commons, the Government Benches (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New House of Commons, the Government Benches)

Mr H M Stanley, the First Governor of the New Free State of the Congo (engraving)
1614122 Mr H M Stanley, the First Governor of the New Free State of the Congo (engraving) by Moscheles, Felix Stone (1833-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley)

Mr H M Stanley, the Explorer of Central Africa, and Founder of the Congo Free State (engraving)
1596293 Mr H M Stanley, the Explorer of Central Africa, and Founder of the Congo Free State (engraving) by Moscheles, Felix Stone (1833-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley)

Recipients of Birthday Honours (b / w photo)
1051874 Recipients of Birthday Honours (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recipients of Birthday Honours)

Mr H M Stanley receiving the Freedom of the City of London in the Guildhall (engraving)
1050251 Mr H M Stanley receiving the Freedom of the City of London in the Guildhall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa, the Great War Canoe on the River Congo (engraving)
1590150 Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa, the Great War Canoe on the River Congo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa)

Mr H M Stanley, of New York, the Finder of Dr Livingstone (engraving)
1588851 Mr H M Stanley, of New York, the Finder of Dr Livingstone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley, of New York)

Mr H M Stanleys Return to England (engraving)
1626984 Mr H M Stanleys Return to England (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanleys Return to England)

Marriage of Mr H M Stanley and Miss Dorothy Tennant in Westminster Abbey, 12 July (engraving)
1596532 Marriage of Mr H M Stanley and Miss Dorothy Tennant in Westminster Abbey, 12 July (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving)
1046432 A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887)

Mr H M Stanley at St Jamess Hall (engraving)
1589901 Mr H M Stanley at St Jamess Hall (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley at St Jamess Hall)

Mr H M Stanley (b / w photo)
736378 Mr H M Stanley (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley)

The Royal Academy, London: Preparing for the Opening; A victim of popularity - busts of Mr H M Stanley (engraving)
584444 The Royal Academy, London: Preparing for the Opening; A victim of popularity - busts of Mr H M Stanley (engraving) by English School

Mr H M Stanleys Boat, the "Livingstone, "carried overland in Africa (engraving)
1621224 Mr H M Stanleys Boat, the " Livingstone, " carried overland in Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanleys Boat)

Illustrations selected from Mr H M Stanleys New Book, "In Darkest Africa"(engraving)
1596502 Illustrations selected from Mr H M Stanleys New Book, " In Darkest Africa" (engraving) by English School

Mr H M Stanley, the African Explorer (engraving)
1049783 Mr H M Stanley, the African Explorer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley, the African Explorer)

Mr H M Stanley (engraving)
1047055 Mr H M Stanley (engraving) by Herkomer, Hubert von (1849-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley)

Mr H M Stanleys Return to Civilisation (engraving)
1047044 Mr H M Stanleys Return to Civilisation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanleys Return to Civilisation)

The Return of Mr H M Stanley (engraving)
1047266 The Return of Mr H M Stanley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Mr H M Stanley)

Gold Casket presented to Mr H M Stanley, with Freedom of the City of London (engraving)
1594654 Gold Casket presented to Mr H M Stanley, with Freedom of the City of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition at Bagamoyo (engraving)
1626811 Mr Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition at Bagamoyo (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr H M Stanley (engraving)
1046937 Mr H M Stanley (engraving) by Calkin, Lance (1859-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley. Illustration for The Graphic)

African Exploration, the Arrival of Mr H M Stanley and the Leaders of his Expedition at Cabenda
1049770 African Exploration, the Arrival of Mr H M Stanley and the Leaders of his Expedition at Cabenda, West Coast of Africa (engraving) by English School

Mr H M Stanley and Some of his Native Followers (engraving)
1589763 Mr H M Stanley and Some of his Native Followers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley and Some of his Native Followers)

The Marriage of Mr H M Stanley (engraving)
1596517 The Marriage of Mr H M Stanley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marriage of Mr H M Stanley)

Mr H M Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Interview of Major Barttelot
1596480 Mr H M Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Interview of Major Barttelot and Mr Jameson with Tippoo Tib at Stanley Falls (engraving) by English School

Mr Stanleys Arrival at Cannes, Interview between the Explorer and HRH the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1047235 Mr Stanleys Arrival at Cannes, Interview between the Explorer and HRH the Prince of Wales (engraving) by English School

Banquet given by the Egyptian Government at Cairo in Honour of Mr Stanleys Arrival (engraving)
1047062 Banquet given by the Egyptian Government at Cairo in Honour of Mr Stanleys Arrival (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Mr H M Stanley was a man of many accomplishments and adventures. From his expeditions in Central Africa to his role as the first Governor of the New Free State of the Congo, he left an indelible mark on history. Listening to the Voice of the late Cardinal Manning through the Phonograph, we can imagine Mr Stanley's fascination with new technologies and his thirst for knowledge. The engraving captures his curiosity and open-mindedness. In The New House of Commons, the Government Benches, we see Mr Stanley's transition from explorer to statesman. His dedication to public service is evident as he takes on this new role with determination and integrity. As depicted in various engravings, Mr H M Stanley was known for his significant contributions to African exploration. He earned recognition as both an Explorer of Central Africa and Founder of the Congo Free State. These images showcase him at different stages of his career, highlighting his courage and perseverance. Recipients of Birthday Honours capture a momentous occasion where Mr Stanley is honored for his achievements. This black-and-white photo symbolizes not only personal success but also national pride in recognizing such remarkable accomplishments. Receiving the Freedom of City London in Guildhall further demonstrates Mr Stanley's impact on society. This engraving immortalizes a proud moment when he is acknowledged by one of Britain's most prestigious institutions. Travels in Africa showcases another facet of Mr H M Stanley's life - that of an adventurer navigating treacherous waters on a Great War Canoe along River Congo. It exemplifies both his physical endurance and unwavering spirit throughout challenging expeditions. The Finder Dr Livingstone engraving reminds us how history remembers him best - as the man who found Dr David Livingstone amidst vast African landscapes. This iconic image represents their meeting which captivated imaginations worldwide. Stanley's Return to England portrays him coming home after years spent exploring foreign lands; it encapsulates mixed emotions of triumph and nostalgia.