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Portrait of Nelson (oil on canvas)
3244795 Portrait of Nelson (oil on canvas) by Lucy, Charles (1814-73); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: Oil on canvas signed C. Lucy. depicting Nelson seated at his desk in the Victory on the morning of the Battle of Trafalgar. He is wearing a Vice Admirals undress uniform with his four stars of knighthood on the left breast and the Bath ribbon underneath his coat. He is not wearing neck medals. The face most closely resembles the Hoppner portrait, the Anras waxwork and the Thaller and Ranson bust. The famous codicil to his will, leaving Emma Hamilton as a legacy to his country, lies on the desk, together with his hat and telescope. His sword leans against a chest in the left foreground.); eNational Museum of the Royal Navy; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22970042
© National Museum of the Royal Navy / Bridgeman Images
Admiral Nelson Battle Of Trafalgar Contemplative Hms Victory Horatio Nelson Lord Nelson Pensive Thoughtful Uniformed Vice Admiral
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This portrait print of Lord Nelson offers a glimpse into the legendary Admiral's world on the eve of the Battle of Trafalgar. Painted by Charles Lucy, this oil on canvas masterpiece is housed in the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth, UK. In this thought-provoking image, Nelson is depicted seated at his desk aboard HMS Victory, adorned in his Vice Admirals undress uniform. The four stars of knighthood proudly adorn his left breast while the Bath ribbon peeks from beneath his coat. Absent are any neck medals, allowing us to focus solely on Nelson's contemplative expression. The artist skillfully captures every detail, creating a face that closely resembles other well-known portraits and sculptures of Nelson. On his desk lies the famous codicil to his will - a testament to his unwavering devotion to Emma Hamilton and their legacy for their country. Nelson's hat and telescope rest nearby as if awaiting their next adventure together while his sword leans against a chest in the foreground - an emblematic reminder of both power and duty. As we gaze upon this remarkable painting, we are transported back in time to witness Lord Nelson deep in thought; perhaps he contemplates strategy or reflects upon past victories. This print serves as a timeless tribute to one of history's greatest naval heroes and reminds us of Lord Nelson's indelible mark on British history.
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