I came across this picture of Cardiff Docks by the American artist Lionel Walden (1861-1933)the other day and am much impressed. I love realism in paint, especially when as bright as this, er... dank, scene happens to be. It is real life, full of action and contains a steam train! What more could anyone ask for I wonder? Cardiff Docks themselves have declined with the years, although still in use much of the area has been regenerated and the 'Tiger Bay' reputation is not what it once was. Waldens pictures are worth a look!
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