Figure

Parian ware full-length figure of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). He is wearing rear-admiral's uniform and an empty sword scabbard and holding a telescope. Near the right leg is a cloak draped over a barrel. The figure stands on a large round base, decorated with leaves and flags, the edge bordered with cannons, muskets and flowers.

Object Details

ID: AAA5985
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Figure
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1850-1890
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 320 x 160 mm