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Stained glass window, 1969-08-31

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 22/30/4/4

Scope and Contents

90 x 90 mm. Another memorial is in the form of a stained glass window by O'Conner of London representing the finding of Moses. Below this are four bearded figures each holding a text. The significance of these is not clear; they are 'Unto us a child is born: There is hope in their end: Can these bones live: The ancient of days did sit.' The base of the window is inscribed: 'In memory of John Hanning Speke OBT Sept. 15th, 1864 AET 37, presented by his uncle John Lee Lee.'

Dates

  • 1969-08-31

Creator

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Extent

1 photographic print(s) (1 photograph)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Good condition.

General

WS.

Originator(s)

Simpson, Donald Herbert, 1920-2002, Librarian of the Royal Commonwealth Society

Finding aid date

2004-07-08 15:29:31+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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