Lid

Oval sugar bowl lid, 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 a border of red currants, purple leaves and scrolling gilt foliage. The shape curves upwards and it has a gilt knob.

Object Details

ID: AAA4662
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Lid
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1810-1815
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 55 x 130 x 90 mm