Two copper vases

Two copper vases, matching pair with globular bodies, trumpet-shaped necks and frilled lips. On the neck of each is an inscribed copper plaque with a picture of Foudroyant. Inscribed: 'FOUDROYANT NELSON'S FLAGSHIP COMMENCED 1789 LAUNCHED 1798 WRECKED 1897 BLACKPOOL.'

Object Details

ID: REL0532
Collection: Relics
Type: Vase
Display location: Not on display
Vessels: Foudroyant (1798)
Date made: After 1898
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 185 mm; Diameter: 78 mm
Parts: Two copper vases
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