Stonehenge, 1825 – 1828view larger image
Stonehenge, 1825 – 1828
Watercolour by J M W Turner (1775-1851).

In this picture Turner has depicted the monument with an electric storm raging around it, giving a heightened sense of drama and mystery to his representation of this popular tourist attraction.

Acquired through Acceptance in Lieu from Dept of National Heritage.
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Other items in the Art collection
A View of the New Council House – Salisbury, 1798
Ashcombe, 1770
Castle Street Salisbury, c. 1880
Choir and Lady Chapel, Salisbury Cathedral, 1797
Cottage Interior Compton Basset, c. 1849
Distant View from Old Sarum 1828-1829
High Street, Salisbury, c. 1870s-1880s
Map of the city of Salisbury, 1751
Miss Fort of Alderbury House, 1747
Mrs Ridout and the Coombe Express, 1878
North Porch of Salisbury Cathedral, c. 1796
Old Sarum, c. 1880
Panoramic view of Salisbury from the North East, 1700s
Poultry Cross at Salisbury c. 1880
Salisbury Cathedral Interior, looking towards the North Transept, c. 1802-5
St Ann Gate, 1811
Stonehenge
Stonehenge, 1825 – 1828
West view of Salisbury Cathedral, 1671

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