Bust

Biscuit ware, half-length bust of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) on a flared plinth with naval trophies in relief and a square base. The inscription 'NELSON' is impressed on the front of the base. The figure, after the 1798 bust by Robert Shout, wears the riband and the star of the Bath and one Naval gold medal. It is signed by the maker 'Stephan . f.' on the back of the base.

Object Details

ID: AAA5980
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Bust
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Stephan, Pierre; Stephan, Pierre
Date made: circa 1800
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Sutcliffe-Smith Collection
Measurements: Overall: 215 x 130 x 75 mm