Description
In the painting "Las Casas del Parliament in the process of construction" by John Wilson Carmichael, we are presented with a hustle and bustle window and the grandiosity of a London in the nineteenth century. Carmichael, known mainly for its marinas, surprises us this time with a work that, although it is framed within urban painting, does not abandon its characteristic domain of the atmosphere and light.
This oil on canvas stands out for its detailed representation of the British Parliament in its construction stage, approximately around the 1840s. From the opposite bank of the Thames, Carmichael precisely captures both the magnitude of the emerging structure and dynamism and activity that accompanies her. In the distance, perched the London Skyline, the Towers of Parliament still under construction dominate the scene, wrapped in a mist that suggests both the frantic activity of the place and the wet and variable climate of the English capital.
One of the most notable aspects of this work is the treatment of heaven. The clouds are grouped and disperse by letting the light pass, which creates a sublime interaction between the shadows and the sun's rays, bathing the architecture and waters of the Thames. The choice of carmichael of colors turned off with touches of white and blue luminous highlights the monumentality of the architectural project without diverting attention to a palette too chillona or dispersed.
The human element is not ignored, but integrated with a mastery in the composition. In the foreground, Carmichael includes a series of figures that offer a fascinating contrast with the imposing construction in the background. Workers and passers -by are located on the dock, some dedicated to their work, others perhaps mere observers of the monumental work in progress. These small silhouettes not only provide scale to the whole, but also evoke the daily life that flows in parallel with the great engineering achievements.
In terms of technique, Carmichael shows his attention here for details without neglecting a certain freedom in the strokes evoked by an almost ethereal atmosphere. His ability to mix the concrete with the atmospheric gives the work a depth that goes beyond mere architectural documentation. It is in these precision and soft contrasts where much of the magic of this painting resides.
Considering Carmichael's career, "the houses of the Parliament in the process of construction" represents an interesting extension of his work. While it is more recognized by its marinas, in this work the continuity of its fascination with the wide spaces and the interaction of these spaces with natural light can be glimpsed. The stylistic similarities with their maritime scenes are not accidental, since both genres allow the artist to explore the vastness and atmosphere of both aquatic and urban horizons.
In summary, this work by Carmichael is not only an outstanding representation of Victorian in development, but also a window to the technical and artistic genius of a painter who knew how to capture the pulse of his time. "The houses of the Parliament in the process of construction" is undoubtedly a work that deserves to be studied carefully, both for its historical value and for its artistic excellence.
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