Bust
A brown glazed earthenware bust depicting Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). The half-length figure stands on a flared plinth with naval trophies in relief and a square base. It is based on the 1798 bust by Robert Shout and is shown wearing uniform with a star and riband and one Naval Gold medal. The maker's name is impressed inside the base.
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Object Details
ID: | AAA5992 |
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Collection: | Decorative art |
Type: | Bust |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Wood & Caldwell |
Date made: | 1790-1818 |
People: | Nelson, Horatio; Wood & Caldwell |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund. |
Measurements: | Overall: 220 x 135 x 70 mm |
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