A Prospect of Westminster & A Prospect of the City of London

Art Historical Context

Behold *A Prospect of Westminster* and *A Prospect of City of London*, a pair of engravings by Johannes Kip and Joseph Smith, produced in 1720. from two immense plates and joined to form a panoramic vista spanning over 92 inches wide, these works offer a sweeping bird's-eye view of London's River, bustling with boats, grand buildings and the vibrant urban expanse of Westminster and the City. Created in the early 18th century, topographical prints capture London at a pivotal moment of post-Great Fire reconstruction and expansion. Kip, a skilled Dutch engraver who settled in England, excelled i...