The choir, Ely Cathedral

The choir, Ely Cathedral

Richard Hamilton Essex

1833

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows the inside of a cathedral. You see tall arches and columns stretching upward, with light streaming in from high windows. The floor has a patterned design, and a few people are walking or standing below. The artist focused on the choir area, where the space feels grand and quiet. The light creates a soft glow, making the details of the stonework stand out. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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