Watercolour of Kew Garden's ruined archway. Trees and shrubs surround the abandoned archway and its forgotten path. Signed and dated W.E.Penn 1897. Ruined Arch Kew in pencil.
Designed as a mock Roman ruin by Sir William Chambers and built in 1759-60. As well as being a 'folly' the arch did have a practical purpose in carrying a carriage-way across what is now Kew Road.
Presented in a period ebonised frame, ready to hang.
Approx. Dimensions: L:32.5 x D:1 x H:25cm
Circa: 19th Century
Collection by Appointment: Farnham, Surrey | UK P&P: £10.00
