This painting depicting the Thames and the Port of London is a faithful reproduction of a work by the French artist Charles Kuwasseg (1833–1904).
A former deep-sea sailor, Kuwasseg quickly turned to painting, with a strong preference for landscapes and port scenes. He drew inspiration from the coasts of Brittany, the Nordic countries, and England. His work, marked by sensitivity and precision, beautifully captures the maritime atmosphere of the late 19th century.
Today, his paintings are housed in several museums across western France, bearing witness to his deep connection to seascapes and the ever-changing light of coastal settings.