Teapot with lid and stand

Oval teapot, lid and stand, part of a set reputedly belonging to Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), said by the donor to be 'Nelson's tea service from the "Victory"'. It is painted with red currants, purple leaves and scrolling gilt foliage.

Object Details

ID: AAA4661
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Teapot with lid and stand
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1810-1815
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 175 x 285 x 150 mm; Stand: 15 x 190 x 152 mm; Teapot: 125 x 285 x 135 mm; Lid: 60 x 135 x 90 mm
Parts: Teapot with lid and stand