A finely drawn historical prospect of Winchester Cathedral and Winchester College, viewed from the north-west across the surrounding city.
Created by English artist John Pearson Sayer in 1948, this intricate architectural illustration sets the great cathedral and college buildings among Winchester’s rooftops, streets and landscape. The elevated viewpoint gives the picture the clarity of a map while retaining the atmosphere and detail of a hand-drawn panorama.
The long formal title — A Prospect of the Cathedral and College of Winchester Taken from the North-West — reflects an older tradition of recording important places through carefully observed views. Sayer’s interpretation turns that tradition into a distinctive piece of mid-century British illustration, with enough fine detail to invite repeated viewing.
An elegant choice for a study, hallway or living space, and a particularly thoughtful gift for someone with ties to Winchester, its cathedral, its college or the surrounding area.
Print details
Premium matte fine-art poster
Heavyweight 200 gsm paper
Smooth, non-gloss finish
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The complete artwork is reproduced without cropping or distortion. A carefully matched pale surround may be included where needed to preserve its original proportions.
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Available sizes
30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16 in
45 × 60 cm / 18 × 24 in
60 × 80 cm / 24 × 32 in
Artwork details
Artist: John Pearson Sayer
Title:A Prospect of the Cathedral and College of Winchester Taken from the North-West
Date: 1948
Style: Architectural prospect and pictorial cartography
