Mermaid gate, Kaiserbagh, Lucknow
1864
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1864
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a grand gateway called Mermaid Gate in Lucknow. It was made in 1864 by William Simpson. He painted it in watercolour after trips to India. Simpson was known for war scenes first. He then sketched Indian sites tied to the 1857 Revolt. His Indian work turned out rich and vivid. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
