A View of the Cathedral and City of Lincoln from the River by Joseph Baker. A broad landscape view showing Lincoln Cathedral on a distant hill above the city and river, with a small sailboat and swans in the foreground.

A View of the Cathedral and City of Lincoln from the River

Joseph Baker

1760 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A serene 18th-century view of Lincoln Cathedral rising above the city and river, featuring a small sailing boat and elegant swans.

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Where it works

A balanced piece with a quiet mood with warm wood and umber notes — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Office
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
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Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Rich brown, Olive green, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted around 1760 by Joseph Baker, this topographical landscape captures the majestic Lincoln Cathedral perched upon a wooded hill. In the foreground, the calm waters of the river are enlivened by a small boat carrying figures and several graceful swans, offering a peaceful and classical glimpse into Georgian England.

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