England's Pride and Glory | Thomas Davidson | 1894

This painting captures a naval cadet, circa 1890, gazing at Lemuel Abbott's iconic portrait of Admiral Nelson, displayed in the Naval Gallery of Greenwich Hospital. The boy, likely inspired by Nelson, is accompanied by a young woman—possibly his mother—who gently guides him, symbolizing the expectation to emulate Nelson's heroic legacy.

The composition, rich in patriotism, reflects the era's imperial pride and Britain's maritime dominance, albeit as rival naval powers emerged. The backdrop includes two other Nelson-themed works: George Arnald's "Victory of the Nile" and Richard Westall's "Nelson in Conflict with a Spanish Launch," reinforcing the narrative of sacrifice and naval glory. While evocative of the period's values, modern viewers may sense irony in its glorification of war and empire.

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Sizes:

12 x 16 Inches = 30.5 cm x 40.6cm

18 x 24 Inches = 45.7 cm x 60.1 cm

24 x 32 Inches = 61 cm x 81.3 cm

30 x 40 Inches = 76.2 cm x 101.6 cm