New Palace Yard with the Augmentation Office as in 1793 and the Offices of the Exchequer
1793
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1793
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a row of old stone buildings with tall windows and steep roofs. A church with a pointed tower sits in the middle, and smaller houses line the street. The sky is soft pink with wispy clouds, and the ground looks damp, like after rain. The artist focused on how light hits the buildings, making some parts look warm and others cool. This was a busy area in 1793, with offices for taxes and government work. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
