Portrait of T.W. Edgeworth David [picture] /

• Main Author: Marston, George.
• Other Authors: British Antarctic Expedition, (1907-1909)
• Format: Still Image
• Language: unknown
• Published: 1908. 1908
• Subjects: David; T. W. Edgeworth (Tannatt William Edgeworth); Sir; 1858-1934 > Portraits; Explorers > Australia > Portraits; Antarctica > Discovery and exploration; Antarctic; Shackleton; Mackay; Marston; Antarc*; Antarctica
• Online Access: http://nla.gov.au/nla.pic-an20023523

Inscriptions: " T.W. Edgeworth David. June 21st 08" -- below image. "Bought at British Antarctic Exhibition, 5th October. 1909. London. (Shackleton's Expedtion) J.E.T." -- on paper from frame backing.; Condition: good; Purchased at Christie's Sale, London 29/4/99; Related material: David family papers, 1823-1992. National Library of Australia Manuscript collection MS8890.; Exhibited: "Antarctic Heroes", National Maritime Museum, 5 Dec 02 - 4 May 03. Portrait of Professor T. W. Edgeworth David (later Sir Edgeworth David) by George Marston, both members of the British Antarctic Expedition of 1907-1909, led by Ernest Shackleton. T.W. Edgeworth David, with Douglas Mawson and A.F. Mackay reached the South Magnetic Pole on 16th January 1909. J.E.T. (see inscriptions) is John Edward Touche.