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Theme

colonial administration, portrait

Depicted persons

Herzekiah André Shanu (°1858 - †1905)

Place of production

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Legend

Portrait of H.A. Shanu in the uniform of the Administration, with the Service Star, a medal awarded after a term of service for the state. He completed nine years of service for Congo Free State and finished his career as assistant commissioner of the district of Boma. The photographer is unknown.

Acquisition related person

Charles Oscar Van Risseghem (°1869 - †1949), as donor

Original legend

M. Shanu. Commis de l'E.I.C.

Dimensions

10 cm x 6 cm

Inventory number

HP.1959.26.1




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