Palace Of Westminster Collection

Inside the clock face of Big Ben, Palace of Westminster, London, c1905. Photo published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London, c1905)

The Capture Of Guy Fawkes, 1605, (c1850). Fawkes was an English conspirator who attempted to blow up the houses of Parliament on November 5th

Millenium Wheel (London Eye) with Big Ben on the skyline beyond at sunset, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Bridge, Thames, London, England, United Kingdom

The Devils Acre - Westminster, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The Devils Acre-Westminster, 1872. Devils Acre, a Victorian slum near Westminster Abbey had a high rate of mortality from diseases such as typhoid. From, " LONDON

Golden reflection
Golden light reflects off the Palace of Westminster during a quiet Christmas morning in London

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Clement Attlee, 1950s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Clement Attlee, 1950s, (2023). Attlee (1883-1967) was a British statesman and Labour MP for Limehouse from 1922

Red telephone box & Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, London, England, UK

The Tea-Room, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

The House of Commons During A Debate, 1858, (1947). Creator: Unknown
The House of Commons During A Debate, 1858, (1947). Interior of the Palace of Westminster in London, with (all-male) members of parliament on opposing benches. Lithograph after a painting

The River Thames and Houses of Parliament at Westminster at sunset with gull, UK, November 2005

England, London, Palace of Westminster, Big Ben and Underground Sign

London landmarks at night. Three landmarks on the River Thames at Westminster, London, England. The Houses of Parliament (or Palace of Westminster) is at upper left, seen behind Westminster Bridge

The original "Big Ben"(engraving)
6032921 The original " Big Ben" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The original " Big Ben." Properly " Big Ben" is the ")

Whitehall from Charing Cross, c1899, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall from Charing Cross, c1899, (c1900). The view from Trafalgar Square in Westminster, London, with the equestrian statue of King Charles I on the right

Sir Charles Barry, British architect, c1840 (1878). Charles Barry (1795-1860), was a prolific English architect who designed the reconstructed Palace of Westminster after the original building was

The Houses of Lords and Commons, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: Byrne
The Houses of Lords and Commons, Westminster, London, 1815

Discovery of Guido Fawkes by Suffolk and Mounteagle, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Discovery of Guido Fawkes by Suffolk and Mounteagle, 1850. A satirical illustration on the capture of Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes is the best known of the conspirators behind a Roman Catholic conspiracy

Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Westminster Bridge and River Thames, London, England, UK, Europe

The burning of The Houses of Parliament, London, England, 1834
5614440 The burning of The Houses of Parliament, London, England, 1834; (add.info.: The burning of The Houses of Parliament, London, England, 1834)

The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Mr. Göschen... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Mr. Goschen, Member for the City, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by John and Charles Watkins

The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Lord Richard Grosvenor, 1864 Creator: Unknown
The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Lord Richard Grosvenor, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by John and Charles Watkins

The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Lord Abercromby, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: Lord Abercromby, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by John and Charles Watkins

The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: the Marquis of Sligo, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The movers and seconders of the addresses in both Houses of Parliament: the Marquis of Sligo, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by John and Charles Watkins. The Most Hon

Lord Palmerston making the ministerial statement on Dano-German Affairs... 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Lord Palmerston making the ministerial statement on Dano-German Affairs in the House of Commons on Monday, 1864. Every seat in the body of the house, and the very steps in each gangway

Captain Urquhart experimenting with his Life-Preserving Raft on the Thames, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Captain Urquhart experimenting with his Life-Preserving Raft on the Thames, [in London] 1858. A craft, attracting attention by its singular appearance

Sectional View of the Clock Tower, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sectional View of the Clock Tower, 1858. Bell tower housing Big Ben in the Palace of Westminster, London. When the bell was raised from the ground to the clock room (a distance of 190 feet)

Mode of Raising the Great Bell, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Mode of Raising the Great Bell, 1858. Big Ben being installed in the bell tower of the Palace of Westminster in London. In giving some idea of the process of raising the great bell it is necessary to

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Politician and statesman Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the Second World War from 1940 to

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Boris Johnson, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Boris Johnson, 2023. British politician and writer, Johnson (born 1964) served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 2019 to 2022

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Boris Johnson, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Boris Johnson, 2023. British politician and writer, Johnson (born 1964) served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 2019 to 2022

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Benjamin Disraeli, 1870s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Benjamin Disraeli, 1870s, (2023). Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield (1804-1881) was twice Prime Minister of Britain, first in 1868 and then again between 1874 and 1880

Sketches of the Royal Procession at the Opening of Parliament, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Sketches of the Royal Procession at the Opening of Parliament, 1876. The Carriages; God save the Queen [Victoria]; The Queen at the Peers entrance'

The Queen Opening Parliament: Procession in the Peers Corridor, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Queen Opening Parliament: Procession in the Peers Corridor, 1876. Queen Victoria...accompanied by their Royal Highnesses the Princess of Wales

En L'Honneur de L'Amerique; A Londres, le 20 avril 1917: pour la premiere fois, par un grand acte symbolique, les drapeaux nationaux de Grande-Bretagne et d'Amerique melent leurs couleurs

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Politician and statesman Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the Second World War from 1940 to

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Winston Churchill, 1950s, (2023). Politician and statesman Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the Second World War from 1940 to

View of Westminster Bridge over the River Thames in London, viewed from the north, 1751. Creator: Fabr. Parr
View of Westminster Bridge over the River Thames in London, viewed from the north, 1751. In the background on the right Westminster Abbey

Houses of Parliament, 1851. Creator: George Baxter
Houses of Parliament, 1851

The New Houses of Parliament - the Great Clock at Westminster, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - the Great Clock at Westminster, 1857. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Freeman De la Motte, showing the mechanism which powers the chimes of Big Ben

The New Houses of Parliament - the Peers Private Entrance, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - the Peers Private Entrance, 1857. Daylight is admitted by four windows from Old Palace-yard front...The floor is all of encaustic tiles

The New Houses of Parliament - Entrance-hall, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Entrance-hall, 1857. The entrance-hall has its fireplace, and large five-light window enriched with armorial bearings

The New Houses of Parliament - the Peers Porch, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - the Peers Porch, 1857. This porch is in Old Palace-yard, on the west front of the Palace, facing Poets Corner;

The New Houses of Parliament: The Peers Staircase, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament: The Peers Staircase, 1857. This is an elegant approach to the Upper House, having two flights of steps...The ceiling is divided into nine parts, supported by four piers

Statue of Charles James Fox, in St. Stephen's Hall. Baily, sculptor, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Charles James Fox, in St. Stephen's Hall, [Houses of Parliament, London]. Baily, sculptor, 1857. The bulky proportions of this celebrated statesman seem not to harmonise with the rest

Statue of the Earl of Chatham, in St. Stephen's Hall. MacDowell, sculptor, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Statue of the Earl of Chatham, in St. Stephen's Hall, [Houses of Parliament, London]. MacDowell, sculptor, 1857....the statesman is represented in his robes, and speaking; the right hand raised

Mr. Rhodes Before the South Africa Committee, c1897, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Mr. Rhodes Before the South Africa Committee, c1897, (c1900). British imperialist, businessman and politician who played a dominant role in southern Africa

The Quarter-Bells for the Great Clock at Westminster, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Quarter-Bells for the Great Clock at Westminster, [London], 1857. The fourth quarter-bell...is a very fine-toned bell

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The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament, is an iconic symbol of London's rich history and political power. Step back in time to c1905 and imagine yourself inside the clock face of Big Ben, marveling at its intricate mechanisms that have kept time for over a century. As the sun sets on London, the Millennium Wheel (London Eye) stands tall on the skyline, with Big Ben proudly overlooking the cityscape. This breathtaking view captures both modernity and tradition in one frame. Travel back even further to 1872 when Gustave Doré depicted "The Devils Acre" - Westminster. The detailed illustration transports us to a bygone era where we can almost hear bustling streets filled with Victorian characters going about their daily lives. History comes alive as we witness "The Capture Of Guy Fawkes" in 1605 through a captivating artwork from c1850. This event forever changed British history and serves as a reminder of how democracy triumphs over adversity. A golden reflection dances upon the River Thames, casting an enchanting glow on the majestic Palace of Westminster, and is here that important decisions are made, shaping not only London but also England and United Kingdom as a whole. In quintessential English fashion, a red telephone box stands beside Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. This juxtaposition represents both tradition and progress coexisting harmoniously in this vibrant capital city. Underground signs guide visitors towards this historical landmark – an enduring testament to its significance within England's cultural fabric. The Palace of Westminster has witnessed countless debates within its walls; it has been witness to passionate discussions that shape our nation's future since 1858 or even earlier during unknown times captured by artists like Byrne in 1815. London landmarks such as these continue to captivate locals and tourists alike with their grandeur and timeless beauty. They serve as reminders of our past while inspiring us for what lies ahead.