Unknown
Nelson
Details
Artist
Unknown
Title
Nelson
Date
About 1850
Medium
Wool, silk and beads on canvas
Dimensions
H: 55.8 x W: 77.8 cm
Reference
CVCSC:0055.F
Collection
Status
On Display
This wool picture, in the patriotic colours of red, white and blue, celebrates the naval hero Vice Admiral Lord Nelson (1758-1805). Made many decades after his death at the Battle of Trafalgar, it testifies to the enduring nature of his reputation.
Nelson About 1850 © Compton Verney