Door knob

Door knob commemorating Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Brass door knob with coloured enamel inset showing Lord Nelson facing 3/4 right inscribed 'ADM LD NELSON'. The shank is straight and has a screw thread towards the tip.

Object Details

ID: OBJ0693
Type: Door knob
Display location: Not on display
Date made: Early 19th century; early nineteenth century
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 50 x 35 mm