Glass and ivory picture

Glass and ivory picture commemorating Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) and showing a naval battle. A naval battle painted on ivory under a domed glass cover with a white and gold border. Mounted in a circular gilt wood frame with a suspension ring. Inscribed on the glass 'NELSON'S VICTORY.'

Object Details

ID: OBJ0407
Type: Glass and ivory picture
Display location: Not on display
Date made: circa 1835
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 20 mm x 105 mm