Description
Admiral Lord Nelson giving his last orders to Captain Hardy of the Victory after he was wounded, Oct. 21 1805. London: J. Hinton, Nov. 21, 1805. Framed, large size.
Note: Le Quesne 17. One of the earliest pictures of Nelson’s death, produced just fourteen days after the Gazette announcing Nelson’s death at the Battle of Trafalgar. None were produced after December 1806. “In contrast with practically all other types of Nelson memorabilia, these pictures are unique in being produced solely during this short period of the event illustrated, indicating that they should be looked on as a direct, authentic reflection of the widespread grief caused by the news of Nelson’s death.” (Le Quesne p. 10)