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Richard Westall
A dramatic naval scene from 1806 depicting the moment Admiral Nelson was wounded during the Battle of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The Fall of Nelson, Battle of Trafalgar
Denis Dighton
1825 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A sweeping historical scene capturing the intense drama and heroism of the Battle of Trafalgar.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in walnut and cognac tones — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Olive green, Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted by Denis Dighton around 1825, this dramatic oil on canvas portrays the pivotal moment Lord Nelson fell on the deck of the HMS Victory. The composition is filled with the frantic energy of naval warfare, from the detailed rigging and billowing smoke to the diverse group of sailors and marines engaged in the heat of the Battle of Trafalgar.
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