The Thames at Westminster

The artwork The Thames at Westminster is a painting dated 1740 - 1750. It is currently located at Penrhyn Castle and its size is 1.04 m x 0.736 m. The author name is not provided in the metadata.

The painting depicts a serene view of the River Thames in London. The scene is bathed in the warm light of either a sunrise or sunset, casting a golden glow over the water and buildings. To the right, the imposing York Water Tower stands tall on the riverbank. Several boats, including a large sailing vessel, populate the river, some with people enjoying leisurely rows. Westminster Bridge, with its distinctive arches, stretches across the river in the background. Beyond the bridge, the cityscape of London unfolds, with the Palace of Westminster and St. Stephen's Tower (Big Ben) faintly visible in the distance. The overall impression is one of tranquility and bustling activity characteristic of 18th-century London life on the Thames.