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The Pool of London (© Guildhall Art Gallery)
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© Guildhall Art Gallery

The Pool of London

Artist: Samuel Scott (circa 1702-1772)

Location: Guildhall Art Gallery

Date: 1769

Materials: oil on canvas

Dimensions: 46.7 x 59.7cm

Grant:

Amount Paid: £14,925 (Total: £35,850)

Vendor: Bonhams

Review number: 5252 (2003)

Provenance:
Private collection; Bonhams 2003.

Description:
A view of London from Bermondsey looking north-west. In the left foreground, on the south bank of the Thames, is St Saviour's Dock. To the right in the distance, on the north bank of the river, is St Paul's Cathedral, St Mary-le-Bow and the Monument.

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