Bust

An earthenware bust depicting Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). The half-length figure is placed on a flared plinth and a square base. It is painted in naturalistic colours with a green and red marbled effect on the plinth. The blue uniform coat has yellow lapels and epaulettes. 'NELSON' is painted in gold on the black base.

Object Details

ID: AAA6015
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Bust
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1800-1820
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 225 x 135 x 90 mm
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