Moody Landscapes
Frost on the Thames
Samuel Collings
A captivating 18th-century scene of a London frost fair on the frozen Thames.
Frost Fair on the Thames
Unknown Artist
1685 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This 17th-century painting captures the vibrant atmosphere of a London frost fair, filled with miniature tents and ice-skating figures.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm wood and umber notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Aged gold
About the piece
Dating from around 1685, this detailed oil painting documents a 'Frost Fair' on the frozen River Thames. The scene captures the social life of late 17th-century London, featuring bustling crowds, temporary stalls, and horse-drawn carriages on the ice, with the iconic silhouette of Old London Bridge spanning the horizon.
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