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Audience Chamber Collection

The Audience Chamber, located in the serene Island Gardens of Polonnaruwa, is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds centuries of history within its walls

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90)

The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano
BEN85160 The ceiling of the Sala dell'Udienza, designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano, after 1470 (photo); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Sala dell'Udienza designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano

The Sala dell'Udienza designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano
BEN82451 The Sala dell'Udienza designed by Benedetto (1442-97) and Giuliano (1432-90) da Maiano, with frescoes by Francesco de Salviati (1510-63) after 1470 (photo)

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Queen's Visit to Birmingham - Reading of the Birmingham Corporation Address to Her... 1858

The Queen's Visit to Birmingham - Reading of the Birmingham Corporation Address to Her... 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Queen's Visit to Birmingham - Reading of the Birmingham Corporation Address to Her Majesty in the Townhalll, 1858

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Single Leaf of Courtiers at a Reception of Shah `Abbas I, mid 11th century AH/AD 17th century

Single Leaf of Courtiers at a Reception of Shah `Abbas I, mid 11th century AH/AD 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Single Leaf of Courtiers at a Reception of Shah `Abbas I, mid 11th century AH/AD 17th century. The right side of a double-page composition, which most likely served as a frontispiece to a manuscript

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo... 1860. Creator: Unknown

First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo [ie Eddo] - from a sketch by S. J. Gower, 1860. Mr

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860

Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, [Canada], 1860. The future King Edward VII visits North America....the Royal standard

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Un soir de première représentation, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Un soir de première représentation, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Un soir de premiere representation, 19th century. First night performance

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman, 1612. Creator: Raffaello Schiaminossi

Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman, 1612. Creator: Raffaello Schiaminossi
Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman, 1612

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates, 1612

Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates, 1612. Creator: Raffaello Schiaminossi
Margaret of Austria Receiving the Homage of Cardinals and Prelates, 1612

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman [verso], 1612. Creator: Raffaello Schiaminossi

Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman [verso], 1612. Creator: Raffaello Schiaminossi
Margaret of Austria Giving Audience to a Nobleman [verso], 1612

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly explaining his Sketch of Sebastopol to the Sultan, 1854

Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly explaining his Sketch of Sebastopol to the Sultan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly explaining his Sketch of Sebastopol to the Sultan, 1854. Crimean War: Royal Navy officer with Ottoman sultan Abdulmejid I

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Opening of the Hartley Institution at Southampton by Lord Palmerston... 1862. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Hartley Institution at Southampton by Lord Palmerston... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Hartley Institution at Southampton by Lord Palmerston [the British prime minister]: the theatre - the town clerk reading the address of the corporation to His Lordship, 1862

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Omedsk and Obungo, at Nagasaki, 1856. Creator: Unknown

Omedsk and Obungo, at Nagasaki, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Omedsk and Obungo, at Nagasaki, 1856. Treaty between Japan and Great Britain:.we were ushered in, and found the four principal personages seated, or rather squatted

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Christian IV's Audience Chamber at Rosenborg Palace, Copenhagen, 1854. Creator: Heinrich Hansen

Christian IV's Audience Chamber at Rosenborg Palace, Copenhagen, 1854. Creator: Heinrich Hansen
Christian IV's Audience Chamber at Rosenborg Palace, Copenhagen, 1854

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Audience Chamber, Island Gardens, Polonnaruwa, (UNESCO World Heritage Site), North

Audience Chamber, Island Gardens, Polonnaruwa, (UNESCO World Heritage Site), North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: An Audience Day at the Vatican, the Popes Bodyguard crossing the Sala Clementina on the Way to

An Audience Day at the Vatican, the Popes Bodyguard crossing the Sala Clementina on the Way to the Audience Chamber
1039358 An Audience Day at the Vatican, the Popes Bodyguard crossing the Sala Clementina on the Way to the Audience Chamber (litho) by Lanos

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Shintokumaru Dancing before Oto Hime, from the illustrated book 'Collection of... c

Shintokumaru Dancing before Oto Hime, from the illustrated book "Collection of... c
Shintokumaru Dancing before Oto Hime, from the illustrated book " Collection of Pictures of Beauties (Bijin e-zukushi)", c. 1683

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Watanabe no Tsuna receiving the sign post for Rashomon Gate

Watanabe no Tsuna receiving the sign post for Rashomon Gate from Minamoto no Yorimitsu, late 18th-early 19th century

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: 100. Un Iwan, aDamas, 1843. Creator: H. Clerget

100. Un Iwan, aDamas, 1843. Creator: H. Clerget
100. Un Iwan, a Damas, 1843. An iwan (hall or audience chamber), Damascus, Syria

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Osborne House, the Queens Residence in the Isle of Wight (engraving)

Osborne House, the Queens Residence in the Isle of Wight (engraving)
1060454 Osborne House, the Queens Residence in the Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Osborne House)

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Audience Chamber (engraving)

The Audience Chamber (engraving)
969727 The Audience Chamber (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Audience Chamber)

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle (b / w photo)

The Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle (b / w photo)
1593263 The Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle)

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza

The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza
ALG365016 The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) (detail of 192389) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Wall in the Sala dell Udienza with frescoes of The Triumph of Camillus

Wall in the Sala dell Udienza with frescoes of The Triumph of Camillus
BEN85161 Wall in the Sala dell Udienza with frescoes of The Triumph of Camillus and Camillus forbidding the Weighing of Gold, 1545 (photo) (for details see 85158-9) by Salviati Cecchino

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20121109

EyeUbiquitous_20121109
Ireland, County Dublin, Dublin Castle, The Throne Room

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The explorer Nachtigal with Sheik Omar of Bornu, 5 June 1870, (1936). Creator: Unknown

The explorer Nachtigal with Sheik Omar of Bornu, 5 June 1870, (1936). Creator: Unknown
The explorer Nachtigal with Sheik Omar of Bornu, 5 June 1870, (1936). Der Forscher Nachtigal Bei Scheich Omar Von Bornu, 5 Juni 1870

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Im Vorzimmer seiner Hoheit, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg

Im Vorzimmer seiner Hoheit, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Im Vorzimmer seiner Hoheit, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). In his highnesss antechamber. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg"

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: People in the the audience chamber in St Jamess Palace, Westminster, London, 1837

People in the the audience chamber in St Jamess Palace, Westminster, London, 1837

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Ambassadors, c1917, (1918). Artist: George Sheringham

The Ambassadors, c1917, (1918). Artist: George Sheringham
The Ambassadors, c1917, (1918). From The Studio Volume 74. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1918]

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Hermit Visits The Caliph, 1918, (1918). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan

The Hermit Visits The Caliph, 1918, (1918). Artist: Edmund Joseph Sullivan
The Hermit Visits The Caliph, 1918, (1918). From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle, c1917

Audience Chamber, Windsor Castle, c1917. The Queens Audience Chamber. [Valentine & Sons Ltd, Dundee And London, c1917]

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Queens Private Audience Chamber at Windsor Castle, c1899, (1901). Artist: HN King

The Queens Private Audience Chamber at Windsor Castle, c1899, (1901). Artist: HN King
The Queens Private Audience Chamber at Windsor Castle, c1899, (1901). The Queens Private Audience Chamber at Windsor Castle, situated close to her private sitting room

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Audience Chamber at St. Jamess Palace, c1899, (1901). Artist: HN King

The Audience Chamber at St. Jamess Palace, c1899, (1901). Artist: HN King
The Audience Chamber at St. Jamess Palace, c1899, (1901). From V.R.I. Her Life and Empire, by The Marquis of Lorne, K.T. [Harmsworth Bros Ltd. London, 1901]

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Vasco da Gamas introduction to the Zamorin, India, 1498, (1847). Artist: Robinson

Vasco da Gamas introduction to the Zamorin, India, 1498, (1847). Artist: Robinson
Vasco da Gamas introduction to the Zamorin, India, 1498, (1847). Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama (1469-1524) is received by Manavikraman Raja, the Saamoothiri (or Zamorin) of Kozhikode

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Horse Guards. The Commander in Chiefs Levee, c1841. Artist: T Turnbull

Horse Guards. The Commander in Chiefs Levee, c1841. Artist: T Turnbull
Horse Guards. The Commander in Chiefs Levee, c1841. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public Offices

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: St. James Palace. The Audience Chamber, c1841. Artist: Henry Melville

St. James Palace. The Audience Chamber, c1841. Artist: Henry Melville
St. James Palace. The Audience Chamber. Proclaimation of Her Majesty the Queen, 21st June 1837. From London Interiors with their Costumes & Ceremonies from Drawings made by permission of the Public

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Deputation, London and Dublin before the Queen, c1840s, (1900)

The Deputation, London and Dublin before the Queen, c1840s, (1900). Queen Victoria attends to matters of state. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Christopher Columbus being received by Ferdinand and Isabella at Barcelona, c1490s, (1872)

Christopher Columbus being received by Ferdinand and Isabella at Barcelona, c1490s, (1872). Italian explorer Columbus (1451-1506) at the court of the Spanish monarchs

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Queen Victoria Presenting a Bible in the Audience Chamber at Windsor, c1861

Queen Victoria Presenting a Bible in the Audience Chamber at Windsor, c1861. Artist: Thomas Jones Barker
Queen Victoria Presenting a Bible in the Audience Chamber at Windsor, c1861

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Lunette of Prudence and Justice, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)

Lunette of Prudence and Justice, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)
XAL52893 Lunette of Prudence and Justice, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Adoration of the Shepherds, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)

The Adoration of the Shepherds, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)
XAL210266 The Adoration of the Shepherds, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza

The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza
XAL192389 The Eternal Father in Glory with Prophets and Sibyls, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Horatius Cocles, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)

Horatius Cocles, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)
XIR180444 Horatius Cocles, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Detail of Prudence and Justice, from the Lunette in the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500

Detail of Prudence and Justice, from the Lunette in the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500
XAL174600 Detail of Prudence and Justice, from the Lunette in the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia, Italy; Italian

Background imageAudience Chamber Collection: Audience Chamber, Island Gardens, Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province

Audience Chamber, Island Gardens, Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia




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The Audience Chamber, located in the serene Island Gardens of Polonnaruwa, is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds centuries of history within its walls. Steeped in grandeur and elegance, this chamber has witnessed countless significant moments throughout time. One such moment captured on canvas is "The Secret of England's Greatness, " where Queen Victoria herself can be seen presenting a Bible to her subjects in the Audience Chamber at Windsor Castle. Painted around 1863, this oil masterpiece immortalizes the power and influence held by royalty. Traveling across continents to Vatican City, we catch a glimpse of an audience day as the Pope's Bodyguard gracefully crosses the Sala Clementina en route to the majestic Audience Chamber. This lithograph captures both reverence and splendor that surrounds these sacred halls. Delving into Japanese folklore, we encounter Shintokumaru Dancing before Oto Hime - an enchanting scene from an illustrated book titled "Collection of. . " Here, vibrant colors come alive as traditional dance unfolds within an ancient audience chamber setting. Moving back in time to ancient Japan, Watanabe no Tsuna receives a signpost for Rashomon Gate - depicted in Un Iwan's exquisite artwork from 1843. The intricate details transport us to another era when audience chambers played pivotal roles in governance and communication. Osborne House stands proudly on the Isle of Wight as Queen Victoria's cherished residence. An engraving showcases its magnificent audience chamber where important meetings took place amidst opulent surroundings fit for royalty. In contrast, somber tones dominate during "The Funeral of His late Royal Highness Prince Consort" engraving. This poignant depiction reminds us that even within these hallowed chambers, life's joys and sorrows intertwine seamlessly. A black-and-white photograph transports us directly inside Windsor Castle's Audience Chamber itself – offering a rare glimpse into its regal ambiance through time-worn yet timeless imagery.