# - Nelson, Horatio, Lord.

issued to nelson's secretary, francis oliver, bearing his name in ink ("Francis Olivere Esq (Secretary to the late Viscount Nelson)") and the signature and black seal of Sir Isaac Heard, Garter King of Arms, numbered in ink "359", the printed ticket depicting Fame with her two trumpets and a tomb with crossed palm branches above the motto "Palmam qui meruit ferat", c.180 x 195mm., [9 January 1806], browned, two closed tears at central fold repaired, removed from black carved wooden frame (included in the lot)

R. Prentice, The Authentic Nelson (National Maritime Museum, 2005), p.175; Nelson and Napoleon, ed. M. Lincoln (National Maritime Museum, 2005), no. 297 (cf. John Hoppner's ticket)

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate. If you require additional information we would recommend viewing the item during the exhibition or contacting one of the specialists for this sale.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

See lot 10 for a note on Francis Oliver.