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The Rhinebeck Panorama of London

Unknown artist, 1806–1811

It depicts a panoramic view of the city of London around 1810 from a vantage point in the middle of the Thames and divided into 4 panels. Although it is essentially accurate, it has been noted by one specialist that it is 'an illusionistic scene designed to thrill and excite'. This may explain why it shows a building on fire (illustrated here on the left) and so many barges and sailing ships on the river.

More information

Title of artwork, date

The Rhinebeck Panorama of London, 1806–1811

Date supported

1998

Medium and material

Watercolour, pen, ink, pencil & gold paint on paper

Dimensions

71 x 262 cm

Grant

40000

Total cost

199500

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