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Residence of the Lord Mayor of London, by Unknown, 1704

Residence of the Lord Mayor of London

Unknown

1704

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

Residence of the Lord Mayor of London is a 1704 by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1704 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a grand, golden building with tall columns and fancy carvings at the center. The street in front is busy with people walking, horses pulling carriages, and a few dogs roaming. The buildings around it are tall and narrow, with some shops and windows visible. Notice how the artist used bright colors and sharp details to make the scene look lively. The gold on the building stands out against the gray sky and muted colors of the rest of the city. Look up more about the Baroque movement next.

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