The Death Of Nelson 1808

"The Death of Nelson" is a painting by American artist Benjamin West depicting the death of British naval hero Horatio Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The painting, created in 1808, shows Nelson lying on a cot in the cabin of the HMS Victory surrounded by grieving naval officers. West's painting is a powerful and dramatic portrayal of the death of a national hero, creating a somber mood with the warm lighting and subdued tones. It remains a celebrated example of neoclassical history painting.