Figure

Parian ware full-length figure of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). He is wearing Rear-Admiral's uniform and an empty sword scabbard and holding a telescope. Near the right leg is a cloak draped over a barrel. The figure stands on a large round base, decorated with leaves and flags, the edge bordered with cannons, muskets and flowers.

Object Details

ID: AAA5983
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Figure
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1850-1890
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Sutcliffe-Smith Collection
Measurements: Overall: 320 x 165 mm
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