The Official Opening of the 1862 London International Exhibition
1862
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1862
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The painting depicts a grand, domed building with a large crowd gathered in front of it. The scene is set against a pale sky with a few clouds. The building's architecture is ornate, with many windows and a large entrance. In the foreground, people are milling about, some standing in groups while others are walking towards the building. The atmosphere appears to be one of excitement and anticipation, as if the crowd is waiting for something to happen. This painting is a great example of the Impressionism movement, which focused on capturing the fleeting moments of modern life.
