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Nelson's cot hangings of Chinese silk, partly worked by Lady Hamilton.
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| Nelson's cot hangings of Chinese silk, partly worked by Lady Hamilton. |
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| © National Maritime Museum, London |
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| Repro ID: D7374 |
| Description: This material was used for Nelson's bed. The background is Chinese silk, a luxury material which only the wealthy could afford. The design is of birds and plants, at this time Oriental design was very popular in Britain. The embroidered flowers and plants on this Chinese silk were by Lady Hamilton. The hangings represent an interesting mixture of cultural influences. |
| Creator: Unknown |
| Date: c.1802 |
| Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London | |
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