Crystal Palace: a general view of the palace, cascades and lower fountains
1862
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1862
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo shows a grand building with glass roofs and tall domes. In front of it, there’s a wide, shallow pool with fountains shooting water. A long bridge with arches crosses the pool, and people walk along it. The background has rows of columns and trees lining a path. The photo was taken in 1862, showing a famous structure called the Crystal Palace. The artist, William England, captured its size and details clearly. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
