Thomas Baines

'Mr Baines, the artist who accompanies Dr Livingstone'. From 'The Illustrated News of the World', 27 February 1858.

Thomas Baines (1820-1875), along with naturalist John Kirk, accompanied David Livingstone as part of the explorer's Zambesi expedition (1858-1863).

Baines's paintings were a vital ingredient in the making of Livingstone's book illustrations. 

These watercolours have never before exhibited or published, and the loan of them from the Mrs D L Harryhausen 1969 Trust has greatly enhanced our exhibition.

See also Zambesi Falls by Baines.

Don't miss the chance to see some of Baines's paintings in the 'Picturing Africa' exhibition at NLS from 14 June to 3 November.