Wisteria at Pembroke Lodge Richmond Park - cascading purple wisteria watercolour by Simon Robin Stephens, Richmond Park garden art
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Wisteria at Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park

Original artwork
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This is the second view of Ham House's wisteria entrance – the one where you've already walked past the gate and you're looking back at what you just came through. Sometimes the best view of a place is the one you get when you turn around. The wisteria drapes even more dramatically from this angle, the purple blooms creating this curtain of color against white stone. The formal garden stretches out on either side, perfectly symmetrical, exactly as Georgian gardens should be. But the wisteria doesn't care about symmetry. It just grows. What changes from this perspective is the light. You're facing back toward the entrance, which means the sun is behind the building, softening everything. The shadows are gentler. The colors are richer. The whole scene feels more intimate, like you've been invited into a secret that most visitors walk past without noticing. Ham House has been standing here since 1610. The wisteria is younger – maybe a century old, maybe less. But together, they create this moment of perfect collaboration between architecture and nature that makes you understand why people keep coming back to paint the same places over and over. Because the place doesn't change. But the light does. And that changes everything.

Artwork Details

Type:
Original watercolour painting
Format:
Unframed
Size:
27.9 × 38.1 cm (11 × 15 inches) unframed
Materials:
100% cotton archival paper
Medium:
Artist-grade watercolour pigments
Signature:
Signed by the artist
Year:
2026
Collection:
London
Packaging:
Carefully packaged and shipped flat
Status:
Sold

Size Guide & Display

Visual Size Comparison

27.9 × 38.1 cm (11 × 15 inches) unframed

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Where to Display This

Living rooms: Perfect above a sofa, console table, or fireplace mantel

Bedrooms: Creates a calming focal point above the bed or dresser

Therapy rooms: Designed with therapeutic intention for NHS and private practices

Offices: Brings calm to workspace environments

Framing & Display Advice

Recommended Frame Size:

Custom frame for 27.9 × 38.1 cm (11 × 15 inches) unframed

Mounting Options:

  • With mount/mat: Adds 5-8cm border, protects artwork from glass contact
  • Direct glazing: Modern minimalist look, artwork fills frame

Glass Type:

UV-protective glass recommended to prevent fading (museum-quality for best preservation)

Delivery & Packaging

Protected flat packaging: Shipped in rigid cardboard mailer to prevent bending

Eco-friendly materials: 100% recyclable packaging, plastic-free

UK delivery: £6.95 (FREE over £50) | 2-3 working days, fully tracked

Includes: Certificate of authenticity & artist signature

About This Painting

This piece was painted during a quiet morning in South London. I wanted to capture that moment when the world feels soft and possible — before the day's noise begins.

Materials: Transparent watercolour on 300gsm Arches cold-press paper

Painted: 2026

Time invested: 4-6 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this artwork still available?

Yes! This original is available for immediate purchase. Once sold, it's gone forever. However, prints and cards of this artwork may remain available.

What's included in the price?

£150 includes the original watercolour painting (27.9 × 38.1 cm (11 × 15 inches) unframed), certificate of authenticity, artist signature, and careful flat packaging. Original artwork shipped with care in protective packaging. Shipping is £6.95 UK, £14.95 Europe, £24.95 worldwide.

What materials do you use?

I paint on 100% cotton archival paper (Arches cold-press) using professional artist-grade watercolour pigments. These materials are designed to last 100+ years without fading when properly displayed (avoid direct sunlight). All packaging is plastic-free and sustainable.

What if I don't like it?

14-day returns, no questions asked. Return shipping costs are covered by the buyer unless the item arrives damaged. See our full returns policy for details.

Can you paint a similar piece for me?

Yes! I accept commissions for similar works, specific locations, or custom sizes. Commission prices start from £200 for A3 size. Get in touch to discuss your vision.

Is this suitable for a therapy room?

This piece has calming qualities and has been chosen by therapists for their practices. All my work is painted with therapeutic intention, though some pieces are more abstract than others.

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