Nelson's Ship in a Bottle is a sculpture by the British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare.

[3] The sails are characteristic of West African clothing and are a tribute to the material which was taken by the Dutch during the colonial era.

It is also thought to represent the diversity of London as a multicultural city, created by the European expansion.

This reflects the history of the real vessel, which is thought to have had 22 nationalities represented in its crew, and illustrates the symbolism of England's diversity today.

This explores ties between colonialism and abolitionism, and the British relationship with indigenous peoples.