A perspective view of the west front of the International Exhibition 1862
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a grand building with a big glass dome in the center. The front has tall arches and a wide entrance, with people and carriages gathered outside. The sky is pale, and the whole scene looks like a busy event space. The text at the bottom calls it the "International Exhibition 1862," suggesting this was a big fair or showcase. The building’s design is simple but impressive, with clean lines and lots of light from the dome. Look up pavilion next to see how these temporary exhibition halls were used in the 1800s.
