Antique Nelson

The mythical dolphin was the Admiral Lord Nelson's emblem. During the late 18th Century, it became a symbol for England's hegemony over the seas.

Nelson Doubleday (1889-1949) was a U.S. book publisher and President of Doubleday Company from 1922–1946.

‘After Trafalgar: HMS Neptune and HMS Prince with the sinking Santisima Trinidad, 1805’ by John Lashbrook Tudgay (1798-1874). The painting – one the artist's finest large-scale works...

Nelson Doubleday (June 16, 1889 – January 11, 1949) was a U.S. book publisher and president of Doubleday Company from 1922–1946.

Roger King,The Pursuit of Victory: The Life and Achievements of Horatio Nelson. London, 2005, p.544. This painting depicts Lady Hamilton sitting for her portrait and the proceedin...

Nelson had been a client and friend of Salter who managed to complete the large order ahead of Nelson’s State Funeral on 9 January 1806 at a total cost of £139 10s.

The initials N and B stand for Nelson and Bronte. Admiral Nelson was given the title of Duke of Bronte in 1799 by the King of Sicily and in 1801 became a Viscount.

ALPHONSE H. NELSON French, (1854-1919) Pair of Figural Sculptures of Seated Cherubs Signed to base H 34 in. x W 18.50 in. x D 18 in.

Laverne Nelson Black (American, 1887-1938) "The Deer Hunters" Signed Lower Left Canvas: 24 x 22 inches Framed: 30.5 x 28.5 inches Born in Viola, Wisconsin, Laverne Black became a p...

Painted by Horatio Nelson Poole, famed for his scenes of Hawaii and California, this brilliantly-hued gouache shows a group of women picking fruit, likely oranges or lemons, their ba...

Original CLEVELAND WAR FUND, ALL FOR VICTORY, vintage poster, museum linen backed. Presents in Good condition B+ due to restored tears. Printer: The Central Lithograph Co., ...

‘Petrarch’s First Sight of Laura’ early 19th century oil painting by Henry Nelson O’Neil British, c. 1840 Canvas: Height 129cm, width 176cm Frame: Height 165cm, width 207cm, depth 12...

Early 20th century American Art Deco earthenware or yellow ware pottery nesting bowl set. The mixing bowls’ pattern is called the picket fence design because the decoration around th...

The phrase 'immortal' was often associated with Nelson when when he was alive, however it grew to be a popular word about him after his death.

Emma was already a global sensation when she met Horatio Nelson in Naples in 1793. Their relationship deepened following Nelson’s victory at the Battle of the Nile in 1798, when the ...

Rare authentic original antique vintage WWI poster Artist: Nelson A. Arend Condition: B+ Dimensions: 28.1 x 42.5 in. / 71.4 x 108 cm.

Fine county cartography, reproduced in the late Victorian period Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Presented behind clear, bright glass with a lilac card border Late...

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Marshall, former aide to Nelson Rockefeller and President of Rockefeller Center.

Stamped to lower right of drawing: Purchased From The Estate Of C K Nelson. Framed 21 5/8" x 15 5/8". The drawing itself is on a 14 3/4x12" paper.

References John and Griselda Lewis, Prattware: English and Scottish Relief Decorated and Underglaze Coloured Earthenware 1780–1840 (Antique Collectors’ Club, 1984; revised edition 19...

The dolphin was a favourite emblem of the period: drawn from antiquity, associated with protection and safe passage, and adopted in the Regency era as a subtle nod to Britain’s naval...

His works attracted the attention of the world’s most prestigious art patrons, including Nelson Rockefeller, for whom he painted a controversial mural in 1934.

Her launch was a national event: at the request of Queen Victoria, who attended with Prince Albert, she was named by Lady Bridport, niece of Lord Nelson, and christened with wine kep...

This exceptional bowl was crafted by the London silversmiths The Artificers' Guild Ltd; this Guild was founded by the known metalsmith and enameller Nelson Dawson in 1901 and was ins...

Several Royal Navy ships carried the name Aboukir, commemorating Nelson's 1798 victory at the Battle of the Nile, fought in Egypt's Aboukir Bay.

Characterized by their spiritual serenity, idealized facial features, and refined carving, comparable examples are preserved in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the...

Among those represented were: • William Sommer • Carl Gaertner • Henry Keller • Frank Nelson Wilcox • August Biehle • William E. Scheele • Clara Deike • Joseph Jicha • Elmer ...

The family are connected to one of England's most renowned figures - Admiral Horatio Nelson. In 1822, Horatia Nelson, the only daughter of Admiral Nelson and his mistress, Lady Emma ...

Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887-1964) The Saw Mill, Berlin Heights, Ohio, c. 1922 Watercolor on paper 17.5 x 12.5 inches 20 x 14.5 inches, framed Unsigned Provenance: From the E...

In 1912, the club purchased a plot of land on East Fifty-second Street for their new home and selected Nelson & Van Wagenen's plans after reviewing designs from several firms.

Romney was thereabouts introduced to Emma Hamilton (later mistress to Lord Nelson), who became the muse reproduced in over 60 portraits and mythological scenes.

Examples of his work are found in the Victoria and Albert Museum, in the Nelson-Atkins Museum in Kansas City and the Institute of Arts in Minneapolis.

Ternouth’s most famous work can be found at the base of Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, London, in which he was tasked with designing one of the four relief panels depicting the...

A very good looking and well made piece, it comes complete with one of the original key which works and an auction receipt dated 1st Oct 1958, this would have naturally been well on ...

These included the bas-reliefs on the south side of Marble Arch in Hyde Park and the statue of Nelson on Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square. He worked for Hunt & Roskell as one of ...

From 1868 to 1872, Julius Arthur Thiele was his private student, as was Anton Henke during this period, Adeline Countess von Reventlow between 1870 and 1884, Olga Meissner after 1874...

Provenance: Major Hon Denis Gomer Berry and Lady Pamela Wellesley Berry Richard Gomer Berry, 3rd Viscount Kemsley Commemorative pieces of this sort are rare survivals and there ...

His works are currently exhibited in numerous venues, including the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City. Numerous prestigious galleries and museums, such as the Louisiana Muse...

Outstanding quality 18th century oak longcase clock having a fabulous brass dial with a 12” silvered chapter ring showing roman numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, date aperture,...

One of the biggest collectors of these magnificent phantasmagorian prints over the years was the American collector Happy Rockefeller (Gov Nelson Rockefeller's wife).

Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887–1964) Boats off Concarneau, France, c. 1910-11 Unsigned Watercolor on paper 12.5 in. h. x 8.5 in. w. 22 in. h. x 18 in. w., as framed Frank Nelso...

Additional inscriptions list previous owners Dorothy & Nelson Wright, adding charming mid-century provenance to the pieces.

The hinged grille incorporates a rectangular cartouche embellished with the contemporary engraved name 'Nelson'*, amidst scrolling decoration and surmounted with a pyramid motif.

Field’s work can be found in the Columbus (Ohio) Museum of Art, The Butler Museum of American Art, the Nelson-Atkins Museum ofArt, the Holyoke Museum, the Jersey City Museum, and the...

Nelson Dawson, probably made by his wife Edith Dawson.

Prompted by local sailors, a series of pioneering dives by Charles and John Deane recovered much of the Royal George's timber and cannons, including a bronze cannon which later forme...

She and her colleagues, Jack Stark, Detlef Sammann, Bruce Nelson, and Karl Yens were gradually earning the recognition they deserved, much to the chagrin of the California Arts Club.

His works are currently exhibited in numerous venues, including the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City. Numerous prestigious galleries and museums, such as the Louisiana Muse...

Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887–1964) Silent Prayers at St.

Other customers included Captain Cook, Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson, Frederick the Great and Thomas Jefferson.

Perhaps his most famous English commission today might be the bronze lions at the foot of Nelson’s column which he designed in conjunction with Sir Edwin Landseer, casting them in hi...