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The Thames from Richmond Hill
Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1788

© National Gallery, London
The view is taken from Sir Joshua's own villa on Richmond Hill, and the water in the distance is recognisable as the Thames. One of the few pure landscapes the artist painted.
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Title of artwork, date
The Thames from Richmond Hill, 1788
Date supported
1945
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
69 x 90 cm
Grant
1400
Total cost
1400
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