Horatio Nelson - Guy Head - Framed art Print

• Framed 18c British art print (40 x 32 cm) by Guy Head.
• Buy this print framed for £155.
• Buy this print unframed for £45.
• Framed Size is 40 x 32 cm.
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About this artwork

Nelson, famous for his humble roots, was known as a kind-hearted leader who didn't care about rank or group differences. This 1798-9 painting captures him with one of his midshipmen during the well known Battle of the Nile's triumphant moment. The young man presents the French admiral's sword to him, encased in a seised French flag. In the backdrop, two war-ravaged ships hoist white ensigns above the French tricolours beneath a dramatically stormy sky.The portrait celebrates one of the most pivotal victories in England's naval history, and is inspired by real-life studies conducted by Guy Head. Head had the opportunity to meet Nelson in Naples shortly after the historic event. The painting accurately depicts Nelson's prior amputation, but the artist has chosen to depict Nelson without additional injuries even though in reality, he should have had a bandage on his forehead due to severe injuries. By the end of the battle, Nelson was not only wounded above his right eye, but also bloodied, fatigued and far from the immaculate officer depicted relaxing on his quarterdeck. This print is color-matched to the original and is approved by the National Portrait Gallery, and each purchase contributes to the museum's operations.