A View of the Pont Neuf, the Mint, etc.: pl.8
1802
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1802
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a wide river with a stone bridge carrying people and horses. On the left bank, a few riders and walkers move along a dusty path, while a wagon sits near the water’s edge. Buildings line the far side—some tall and fancy, others simpler—with a mix of arches and rooftops. The sky is pale, and the whole scene feels quiet, almost like a sketch. The artist used light lines and soft tones to capture the mood of the place. The bridge looks old but sturdy, and the river moves slowly beneath it. Want to know more? Look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
![Grosvenor Bridge [by Thomas Harrison], Chester](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/d0b18622d870bf40/thumb.webp)
