Bust

A brown glazed earthenware bust depicting Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). The half-length figure stands on a flared plinth with naval trophies in relief and a square base. It is based on the 1798 bust by Robert Shout and is shown wearing uniform with a star and riband and one Naval Gold medal. The maker's name is impressed inside the base.

Object Details

ID: AAA5992
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Bust
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Wood & Caldwell
Date made: 1790-1818
People: Nelson, Horatio; Wood & Caldwell
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 220 x 135 x 70 mm
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