Ink pot

Ink pot moulded as the head of Napoleon Bonaparte, Emperor of France (1769-1821). It is coloured with a red uniform, green cloak and black hat, the face and hair in natural colours. The cocked hat contains the ink and pen holders.

Object Details

ID: AAA6047
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Ink pot
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Early 19th century
People: Bonaparte, Napoleon
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 90 x 80 x 60 mm