Westminster, from Waterloo Bridge, plate nineteen from Original Views of London as It Is 1842

Thomas Shotter Boys' "Westminster, from Waterloo Bridge" (1842) is a picturesque view of London, showcasing the bustling cityscape and the River Thames. Part of the "Original Views of London as It Is" series, the artwork depicts the Houses of Parliament in the distance, framed by the bridge and a multitude of boats, capturing the vibrant life of the city. This lithograph, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Boys' meticulous attention to detail and his ability to convey the atmosphere of 19th-century London, capturing a moment in time.