A rare South Staffordshire enamel commemorative...

A rare South Staffordshire enamel commemorative patch box of naval interest, c.1797, painted with ships engaged in a sea battle, inscribed 'The Glorious Victory of Admiral Duncan 11th Oct. 1797', some restoration, 5cm.

Provenance: from the estate of the late Barry Lock.

The scene depicts the defeat of the Dutch by Admiral Adam Duncan at the Battle of Camperdown; considered one of the most significant actions in naval history.