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London, a view of Somerset House seen through an arch of Waterloo Bridge

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Peering through the grand arch of a stone bridge, the viewer is drawn into a serene riverside scene where the impressive facade of Somerset House stretches along the water’s edge. The artist’s meticulous use of light and shadow captures the soft glow of the setting sun, casting a silvery shimmer across the gently rippling river. The composition cleverly frames the architecture within the bridge’s arch, creating a sense of depth and inviting the eye to wander from the shadowed foreground to the luminous horizon.

The palette leans toward muted blues and greys, punctuated by the warm golden hues of sunlight breaking through the clouds. The careful detailing of the stonework and reflections on the water evoke a quiet, contemplative mood, as if time itself slows in this tranquil cityscape. This view not only showcases architectural grandeur but also invites a moment of peaceful reflection, blending urban structure with the natural beauty of the Thames river under twilight.

London, a view of Somerset House seen through an arch of Waterloo Bridge

Henry Pether

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