An earthenware jug, transfer-printed in purple with a hand-painted rim and decoration on the moulded handle in maroon. Under the lip in purple, a portrait of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), inscribed 'ADMIRAL LORD NELSON' based on the engraving by J. Chapman, published in December 1798 (see PAD3884). On one side of the jug in black is a battle plan of Trafalgar and the inscription 'BATTLE OF TREFALGAR (sic) with Refferences Gained by the British Fleet under Adm Ld Nelson over the combined Fleet of France and Spain on the 21 of Octr 1805 in which action the intrepid Nelson fell covered with Glory and renown. Born Septr 29 1758 Died Oct 21 1805 Aged 48 years' (age at death incorrect). Two laurel branches are placed below the inscription. On the other side of the jug, a list of the British fleet: '33 British Vessels with 2288 Guns beat the Combined Fleet of France and Spain consisting of 43 sail and 2970 Guns, in which action 19 were taken and one blown up by the superior skill and bravery of the British Tars'.