Curtain tie

Large brass curtain tie depicting Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). The circular terminal is embossed with a key pattern border. The centre disc shows Nelson in uniform, without a hat, in profile facing left. Legend: 'ADMIRAL NELSON.' The background of the bust and lettering is coloured black.

Object Details

ID: OBJ0767
Type: Curtain tie
Display location: Not on display
Date made: Early 19th century
People: Nelson, Horatio
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 225 mm x 105 mm