Documents describing Lord Leighton's death and funeral
Date
1930
Level
Series
Extent & medium
1 booklet and 2 items
Previous reference codes
MIS/LEI 1 and 627
Historical Background
Barton was a Harley Street doctor who officiated over the final hours of Lord Leighton's death. Identification of this person was aided by his publication of an autobiography in c.1950.
Content Description
Documents drawn up by Dr. Barton who thought himself a witness to history.
Acquisition Details
Gifted by Dr. Barton to the Royal Academy, 29 Nov 1930 (Ann. Rep.)
Bibliography
Dr. E.A. Barton, A Doctor Remembers, London; Seeley, Service & Co. [1950]