W Watkins Collection

St Michaels Church, Cornhill, City of London, c1830. Artist: W Watkins
St Michaels Church, Cornhill, City of London, c1830. St Michael Cornhill is one of the City of London churches rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London

Great Hall of Eltham Palace, Kent, c1830. Artist: W Watkins
Great Hall of Eltham Palace, Kent, c1830. A washing line, wheelbarrow and some chickens can be seen. Eltham Palace was founded as a medieval royal palace

Cold Bath Fields Prison, Finsbury, London, 1830. Artist: W Watkins
Cold Bath Fields Prison, Finsbury, London, 1830. View with figures and horse-drawn carriages on the street. Also showing a figure begging on the left

Church of St Michael and All Angels, Blackheath, Greenwich, London, c1830. Artist
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Blackheath, Greenwich, London, c1830

The old door of Haberdashers Hall, City of London, 1830. Artist: W Watkins
The old door of Haberdashers Hall, City of London, 1830

Villa at Regents Park, Marylebone, London, 1827. Artist: W Watkins
View of a doric villa at Regents Park, London, 1827; with figures walking past

Lincolns Inn, Holborn, London, 1830. Artist: W Watkins
Lincolns Inn, Holborn, London, 1830; view of Lincolns Inn Chapel and old hall, with figures in the courtyard

Saddlers Hall, Cheapside, City of London, 1830. Artist: W Watkins
Saddlers Hall, Cheapside, City of London, 1830

Church of St Mary Aldermary, City of London, c1830. Artist: W Watkins
Church of St Mary Aldermary, City of London, c1830. This 16th century church was rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after being seriously damaged by the Great Fire of London in 1666

The old Bull and Mouth Inn, St Martins le Grand, City of London, 1831. Artist: W Watkins
The old Bull and Mouth Inn, St Martins le Grand, City of London, 1831

St Mary le Bone Chapel, St Johns Wood Road, London, 1828. Artist: W Watkins
St Mary le Bone Chapel, St Johns Wood Road, London, 1828

Doric villa, Regents Park, London, 1828. Artist: W Watkins
Doric villa, Regents Park, London, 1828

New National Scotch Church, Sidmouth Street and Grays Inn Road, London, 1829. Artist: W Watkins
New National Scotch Church, Sidmouth Street and Grays Inn Road, London, 1829

Grays Inn Hall, Chapel, and Library, London, 19th century. Artist: W Watkins
Grays Inn Hall, Chapel, and Library, London, 19th century

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"W Watkins: Capturing the Essence of London's Architectural Heritage in the 19th Century" Step into the past with W Watkins, a talented artist who beautifully depicted some of London's most iconic landmarks. In his stunning artworks, he captured the intricate details and grandeur of buildings that have stood the test of time. One such masterpiece is St Michaels Church, Cornhill, City of London, c1830. Watkins' brushstrokes bring to life this magnificent place of worship, showcasing its architectural splendor and spiritual significance. Moving on to Eltham Palace in Kent, we are transported back to its glory days in c1830. Watkins skillfully portrays the Great Hall with its medieval charm and regal ambiance, and is as if we can almost hear echoes from centuries past within these walls. Not all scenes were filled with beauty and opulence; Cold Bath Fields Prison in Finsbury tells a different story. With his keen eye for detail, Watkins captures both the imposing structure and somber atmosphere surrounding this infamous correctional facility. The Church of St Michael and All Angels at Blackheath stands tall against Greenwich's skyline in another one of Watkins' masterpieces. The artist expertly showcases its architectural elegance while capturing a sense of serenity that emanates from within. Watkins also turns his attention towards more humble structures like Haberdashers Hall's old door located in the heart of City London. Through his artistry, he immortalizes this small yet significant piece that holds memories dating back to 1830. Villa at Regents Park transports us to Marylebone where an elegant residence stands amidst lush greenery. With delicate strokes, Watkins brings out every minute detail – from ornate balconies to manicured gardens – creating an idyllic scene frozen in time since 1827. Lincolns Inn becomes a subject for exploration through W Watkin’s eyes as well - Holborn's legal heart is brought to life with his meticulous brushwork.