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Westminster Bridge

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

1884

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Cityscape

Dominant colour

Westminster Bridge is a 1884 ink by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Félix-Hilaire Buhot
When & what style?: 1884 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketchy print shows a busy London scene with a crowd of people, horses, and carriages. In the center stands a tall clock tower, and around it are old buildings with spires. Ships line the river in the background, and the whole image feels crowded but precise. The artist used lots of tiny lines and shading to create depth, almost like a sketch that’s been carefully etched. The mix of people, buildings, and boats makes it feel like a snapshot of daily life in a big city. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one layer lines and textures into their work.