Old and New London Bridge, from the Surrey shore
1831
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1831
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a riverbank with small boats tied to wooden posts. A big stone bridge with arches stretches across the water, connecting two sides of a city. Buildings line the shore, and a few people walk or stand near the boats. The sky is light and airy, with soft clouds, while the bridge and buildings look solid and detailed. The water is calm, and the whole scene feels quiet and peaceful. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
