Gezicht op de Westminster Bridge over de rivier de Theems te Londen, gezien vanaf de tuin van Somerset House Possibly 1750 - 1758

This print by Robert Sayer captures a view of the Westminster Bridge over the Thames, as seen from the gardens of Somerset House. Water, an ancient symbol of life, transition, and purification, dominates this cityscape. From antiquity to the Renaissance, water has appeared as both a literal element and a profound metaphor. Its presence here reminds us of its significance in mythology and religion, seen in baptism, and river deities. Across cultures, water signifies the subconscious, its depths mirroring our innermost thoughts and emotions. The Thames, like other major rivers, has been essential to London's growth and identity. The bridge, and the boats traversing the river, represent this continuous flow of people, ideas, and commerce, echoing the perpetual movement of life itself. These symbols, carried across time, continue to stir our subconscious, connecting us to the historical currents and universal experiences.