Patch box

Oval patch box with a mirror inside the lid, commemorating Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). The suface is enamelled, the base and sides pink. The lid is bordered in gilt and white with white spots. In the centre is a white anchor on a blue background on which is superimposed a diamond shape inscribed 'Nelson and Victory'. A gold and white flower motif is placed on either side.

Object Details

ID: OBJ0121
Type: Patch box
Display location: Not on display
Date made: circa 1800
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 45 x 38 x 25 mm
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