The Death of Nelson
Benjamin West · 1806
Why it's great
Admiral Lord Nelson lies dying on the deck of his ship, HMS Victory, as his men gather around him at the Battle of Trafalgar. Benjamin West, an American painter who lived in London, painted this in 1806 soon after Nelson's death. The scene is full of grief and glory. It's a famous image of a British hero.
🏛️ Part of history
Napoleon & the Napoleonic Wars (1799–1815) — Benjamin West shows Admiral Nelson dying on his flagship at the moment of victory.
Where to see it
📍 Walker Art GalleryLiverpool, United Kingdom
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Benjamin West was born near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and moved to Europe in his twenties. He settled in London, where he became the history painter to King George III and later President of the Royal Academy. He taught many American painters. He died in London in 1820.
