Westminster from the Middle Temple Garden
1668
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1668
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a riverbank scene with boats on the water and buildings along the shore. A small tower stands near the center, and trees line the horizon. The artist used light pencil strokes to show details like the water’s surface and distant structures. The label says this is a watercolor by Francis Place, likely drawn from the Middle Temple Garden. It’s a quiet view of Westminster, with careful attention to how light shapes the scene. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.
