Toby jug

Toby jug moulded to represent a standing figure of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). He wears a hat and a yellow waistcoat with a red floral pattern and holds a speaking trumpet. Behind the figure is a flag and gun and a mound of greenery that forms the handle. The jug is painted in naturalistic colours with 'Nelson' inscribed on the base.

Object Details

ID: AAA6021
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Toby jug
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 19th century
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 303 x 110 x 132 mm