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The figurehead of Nelson's funeral carriage.

Figurehead of Nelson's funeral carriage.

Repro ID: D5510
Title: The figurehead of Nelson's funeral carriage.
Description: The figurehead of Nelson's funeral carriage represented 'Fame' with a laurel wreath. After the funeral, the carriage remained in the Painted Hall at the Greenwich Hospital until 1840 when it was dismantled. The figurehead was saved and is now displayed in the National Maritime Museum.
Creator: Unknown
Date: 1805
Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London

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