Engraved portrait of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758–1805)

Description

Full-length engraved portrait of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, shown standing in naval uniform with decorations including the Star of the Order of the Bath, the medal of the Order of the Crescent, and the Naval Gold Medal. His right sleeve is pinned, reflecting the loss of his arm at Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 1797. He stands against a rocky outcrop with a battle scene — smoke and distant engagement visible — in the background. The print is mounted on card and shows significant surface wear including creasing, abrasion, and loss to the upper corners. After John Hoppner RA (attributed); engraver unidentified.