A VERRE ÉGLOMISÉ LOCKET OF EMMA HAMILTON WITH PROBABLE LOCK OF NELSON'S HAIR BEHIND, CIRCA 1805-6
depicting Emma, looking to sea and releasing a dove whilst clutching an open cage resting on a pediment inscribed NELSON / Obt21Octr / 1805 glazed with verre églomisé border, the reverse with curl of fine grey-blonde hair set on a maroon silk backing, gilt brass frame and suspension loop -- 2in. (5cm.) high
The hair sample included in this lot closely matches verified examples seen and sold. As is well recorded, Emma was given all of Nelson's hair and was, initially at least, generous in presenting clips to well wishers. This locket may have been commissioned by Emma to give to important well wishers, or possibly a sympathetic admirer, both of whom thought it beyond reason to state its provenance.

Condition Report
fine and original condition overall.

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