Thames at Putney, London
Oil painting by William Parrot (or his circle) depicting the Thames at Putney, London. c1840.
Painting depicting an scene of the banks of the river Thames. The calm river is dotted with boat. The riverbank is lined with buildings, including The Star and Garter Inn with red roof and a prominent green balcony and pub sign. A wooden pier extends into the water, and various figures are seen engaging in daily activities mostly related to fishing.
The sky is partly cloudy, suggesting early day or late afternoon light. we can also see St Mary's Church. the toll house and part of Old Putney Bridge in the distance.
Artist Biography
William Parrott (1813–1869) Topographical Painter, Watercolourist, and Lithographer William Parrott was born in Aveley, Essex. He trained under the engraver John Pye, but soon shifted focus to painting, working in both oil and watercolour. Parrott became known for his topographical views. He exhibited widely, including at the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists between 1835 and 1869. His travels took him to Paris, Rome, Germany, Brittany, and Normandy, and he published a series of lithographs titled Paris et ses Environs in 1843. Parrott’s works often depict London landmarks, such as Waterloo Bridge, Chelsea Old Church, and London Bridge, and occasionally include figure subjects, such as his caricature of J. M. W. Turner.
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