Funeral of Lord Nelson
1806
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Museum purchase through gift of Mrs. John Innes Kane
Accession Number
1953-19-1
About this artwork
Panel of cotton printed in dark brown and red, probably a combination of copper plate and block printing. Red appears to be added over dark brown. Scenes from the death and burial of Lord Nelson with inscriptions. Both selvages are present in which there are three blue threads.
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...