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Waterlilies on the River Cherwell, Shipton-on-Cherwell, Oxfordshire
William Turner (of Oxford), c. 1854
The manor, which is just visible, and the estate of Shipton-on-Cherwell, were owned by the artist's uncle. Lilies and rushes are seen to flourish in the foreground which was an effect of the stream being deepened at this time.
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Title of artwork, date
Waterlilies on the River Cherwell, Shipton-on-Cherwell, Oxfordshire, c. 1854
Date supported
2001
Medium and material
Watercolour
Dimensions
40.6 x 71.7 cm
Grant
7331
Total cost
19550
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