Canadian Parliament and Precinct
Walking the path where others have traveled...
This is a visual exploration of one of Canada's most recognized buildings. The Centre Block was closed in 2018, which also accommodates the historic library, It will remain closed for at least a decade for a complete renovation and restoration. See also the stained glass of the east block in the Stained Glass Canada section.
Documentary Art
Some photographs so transcend time that they cease to be documentary and become Art.
Canadian Parliament - Centre Block
East Block, Canadian Parliament
A love of decorative ironwork
Library of Parliament
Parliamentary Library, Ottawa; Thomas Fuller and C. Jones, 1859-67
Gothic Revival buildings were to be found throughout the Victorian Empire. The Ottawa library is a beautifully proportioned building, modelled closely on a medieval chapter house, on a much enlarged scale.
Gothic Revival buildings were to be found throughout the Victorian Empire. The Ottawa library is a beautifully proportioned building, modelled closely on a medieval chapter house, on a much enlarged scale.
Louis Comfort Tiffany - Impressions on Film, Canvass and Paper
Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933) established his reputation by creating exquisite decorative objects, particularly in glass, which made him one of America’s most beloved artists. However, he is less well known for his two-dimensional works. A passionate traveler, Tiffany was deeply engaged with his visual surroundings, documenting his impressions through photography, painting, and drawing. In 1919, Tiffany captured an impression of the Library of the Canadian Parliament, which had survived the devastating fire of 1916 that destroyed the main Centre Block. While the main building was completely rebuilt, the library remained untouched, standing as a testament to its architectural resilience. |
Canadian War Memorial, Confederation Square