Houses of Parliament and Westminster by Rose Barton captures the timeless atmosphere of historic London in a soft, elegant watercolour. Painted in 1892, the scene is wrapped in a gentle mist that gives the great Westminster skyline a dreamlike, almost luminous quality.
There is a lovely balance between architecture and mood. Barton’s delicate brushwork softens the familiar forms of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, while the figures and street lamps add a quiet sense of life and movement below. The result is a cityscape that feels both romantic and refined, full of atmosphere without losing its sense of place.
Rose Barton (1856–1929) was celebrated for her sensitive depictions of Dublin and London, and this print is a beautiful example of her ability to find poetry in the urban landscape. It is an ideal choice for anyone drawn to Irish art, historic London, or understated classical interiors.
Sizes & Format
30 × 45 cm / 12 × 18″ 40 × 60 cm / 16 × 24″ 60 × 90 cm / 24 × 36″
Print & Frame Details
Archival matte paper, 250gsm (110lb), acid-free and FSC-certified — off-white, uncoated. Framed prints: solid oak or ash wood frame, 20mm thick, with shatterproof protective glazing. Ready to hang, hanging kit included. Unframed prints up to A4 ship flat; larger sizes ship rolled in a protective tube.
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