Palace Of Westminster Collection (#3)

The Coronation Dinner of James II in Westminster Hall, 1685, (1947). Creator: Samuel Moore
The Coronation Dinner of James II in Westminster Hall, 1685, (1947). Banquet held in Westminster Hall at the Palace of Westminster in London, to celebrate the coronation of King James II

Westminster Bridge and Big Ben, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Westminster Bridge and Big Ben, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Aerial view of London, 1850. Artist: A Appert
Aerial view of London, 1850. View of London looking north-east, from Westminster and showing the course of the River Thames; in the foreground are Westminster Abbey

An old routemaster bus and Big Ben, also known as Elizabeth Tower. Part of the Houses of Parliament and a Unesco World Heritage site, London, England, UK

Nelson Mandela statue on Parliament square and Big Ben, also known as Elizabeth Tower. Part of the Houses of Parliament and a Unesco World Heritage site, London, England, UK

The Houses of Parliament & The River Thames illuminated at sunrise

The Palace of Westminster and Big Ben (Houses of Parliament), London, England, UK

LONDON Houses of Parliament & Red Buses
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LONDON Red Buses on Westminster Bridge
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LONDON Streetscene
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Elizabeth Tower | Vertical Panorama
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Typical London
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Red Buses in London
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Typical London | urban vintage style
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LONDON Elizabeth Tower | urban vintage style
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LONDON Houses of Parliament & Westminster Bridge
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LONDON Houses of Parliament and traffic
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Evening at Westminster Bridge - Monochrome
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LONDON Westminster Collage
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Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, 1862. Creator: Smyth
Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, [London], 1862. The National Association for the Promotion of Social Science...[issued] cards of invitation in such numbers that

Plan of the Thames Embankment, 1862. Creator: John Dower
Plan of the Thames Embankment, 1862. 'The commissioners...recommend that an embanked roadway of about two miles should be formed between Westminster-bridge and Battersea Park

The Queen's Westminster Rifle Volunteers, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Queen's Westminster Rifle Volunteers, 1862. Major Russell, Colour-Sergeant Roe, Capt. Vacher, Major Loch, Capt. Busby, Capt. Worms, Earl Grosvenor, Dr. Buzzard, Lieut. Trollope, Dr

The Opening of Parliament by Royal Commission, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Opening of Parliament by Royal Commission, 1862. Our Illustration represents the House of Lords as it appeared on the 6th February during the ceremony of delivering her Majesty's Speech...the

AEC Double-decker Routemaster bus on Westminster Bridge passing Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, London, ENGLAND, UK. Circa 1980's

The new Chamber of the House of Commons, which will be opened on the 26th October. All the woodwork is of English oak except the Speakers Chair, the Clerks chairs and the floor

Neil Kinnock on the campaign trail in London. 2nd April 1992

Batman actor Adam West visits the House of Commons. His visit was arranged by Mr. James Dunn, Labour MP for Kirkdale Liverpool. Mr. Dunn was hoping to arrange a meeting between Mr

A workmen inspects the minute hand of the clock face of Big Ben during the major overhaul of all the bells and the clock mechanism in the Queen Elizabeth Tower

Victoria Tower, London, June 1929
A GWR Publicity view of the Victoria Tower at the Palace of Westminster, London, in June 1929. The Victoria Tower was designed as the royal entrance to the Palace of Westminster

The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Creator: Francis Wilfrid Lawson
The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Members of Parliament inside the Palace of Westminster in London. The Speaker is Henry Bouverie William Brand

Staircase in the Speakers House, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Staircase in the Speakers House, 1947. View of the interior of the Palace of Westminster in London. Speakers House is the official residence of the Speaker of the Commons

Big Ben at Night, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Big Ben at Night, 1947. Floodlit view of the Clock Tower at the Palace of Westminster in London. The tower, designed in a neo-Gothic style by Augustus Pugin

William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Creator: Anton Hickel
William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Session of parliament in the Palace of Westminster, London. Prime Minister William Pitt is on his feet

New Palace Yard and Entrance to Westminster Hall, 1947. Creator: T. Coney
New Palace Yard and Entrance to Westminster Hall, 1807, (1947). View of part of the Palace of Westminster in London. From " The House of Commons", by Martin Lindsay M.P

The Royal Barge on the River Thames, London, c1751, (1947). Creator: School of Samuel Scott
The Royal Barge on the River Thames, London, c1751, (1947). View Showing Westminster Bridge, the Palace [of Westminster] and [Westminster] Abbey

Victory Day Procession, London, 19 July 1919, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Victory Day Procession, London, 19 July 1919, (c1920)....view in Whitehall as the naval section in the procession passed the Duke of Cambridge memorial - with the cenotaph

Princess Alexandra... at the opening of King Edward VIIs First Parliament, 1901
Princess Alexandra as Queen of England: Her Majesty passing through the Royal Gallery at the opening of King Edward VIIs First Parliament, February 14, 1901

King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, 1901
King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, February 14, 1901. Edward VII (1841-1910) and Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) in ceremonial ermine

Disraelis First Speech in the House of Commons, London, 7 December 1837, (1901). British Conservative statesman Benjamin Disraeli (1804-1881) was elected Tory MP for Maidstone in 1837

Armistice Day, London, 11 November 1918, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Armistice Day, London, 11 November 1918, (1935). A scene in Whitehall at 11 o clock on November 11th, 1918, when it was known that at long last hostilities has ceased

Houses of Parliament, & Westminster Bridge, London, c1900s. Creator: Unknown
Houses of Parliament, & Westminster Bridge, London, c1900s. View of Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster in London, with horse-drawn vehicles and trams on the bridge. Hand-coloured postcard

Houses of Parliament, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Houses of Parliament, c1935. The Royal Air Force Memorial at Whitehall Steps in London was erected in 1923 as a memorial to all ranks of the Royal Navy Air Service, Royal Flying Corps

Moving the Great Bell, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Moving the Great Bell, 1858. Big Ben being installed in the bell tower of the Palace of Westminster in London. View of...the bell entering the arch

The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - the Death of Sir... 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - the Death of Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1857. One of a...series of historic tableaux which enrich the walls of this elegant

The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - Mary Queen of Scots... 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - Mary Queen of Scots leaving the Shores of France, 1857

The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - Lady Jane Grey and... 1857. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Bas-reliefs in the Prince's Chamber - Lady Jane Grey and her tutor, Ascham, 1857. One of a...series of historic tableaux which enrich the walls of this elegant

Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856. Rebuilding of the Houses of Parliament in London. The new gate, or door...is a fine bold piece of design; it is composed of solid oak

"Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster
"Guy Fawkes Cellar", at Westminster, 1857. Engraving of the Cellar, from a sketch made at the time of its removal, [Houses of Parliament, London]

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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.