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House near the Estuary of a River
Joseph Mallord William Turner, 1775–1851
This is one of the artist's early works showing a small house with gabled portico and trees behind. In the distance is the estuary of a river with shipping, and three small figures can be seen.
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Title of artwork, date
House near the Estuary of a River, 1775–1851
Date supported
1943
Medium and material
Watercolour
Gifted by
F J Varley
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