Queen Square Riots Collection

Bristol Riots: The Burning of Queen Square: the Custom House, 1831 (oil on paper)
2831188 Bristol Riots: The Burning of Queen Square: the Custom House, 1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 12.8x20.3 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Bishops Palace, c. 1831 (oil on paper)
2831199 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Bishops Palace, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 12.4x22.9 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: The Gaol Burning, and St Paul s, Bedminster, c. 1831 (oil on paper)
2831194 Bristol Riots: The Gaol Burning, and St Paul s, Bedminster, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 9.5x25.9 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the New Gaol, 1832 (oil on paper)
2829295 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the New Gaol, 1832 (oil on paper) by Pyne, James Baker (1800-70); 8.8x13.2 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: Prisoners Escorted by Torchlight, 1832 (oil on canvas)
2829864 Bristol Riots: Prisoners Escorted by Torchlight, 1832 (oil on canvas) by Pyne, James Baker (1800-70); 29.2x40 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: Ruins of Warehouses in Prince Street, c. 1831 (oil on paper)
2831200 Bristol Riots: Ruins of Warehouses in Prince Street, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 11.2x17.4 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Toll-Houses on Prince Street Bridge with St Mary
2831190 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Toll-Houses on Prince Street Bridge with St Mary Redcliffe, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Toll-Houses on Prince Street Bridge with St Mary
2831189 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Toll-Houses on Prince Street Bridge with St Mary Redcliffe, 1831 (oil on paper) by Muller

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Mansion House, Queen Square, c. 1831 (oil on paper)
2829297 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the Mansion House, Queen Square, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 15.6x24.3 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Bristol Riots: Burning of the New Gaol, 1832 (oil on paper)
2829286 Bristol Riots: Burning of the New Gaol, 1832 (oil on paper) by Pyne, James Baker (1800-70); 9x12.9 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Ruins of the Mansion House and Custom House in Queen Square after the Riots
2831700 Ruins of the Mansion House and Custom House in Queen Square after the Riots (pencil & w/c on paper) by Pyne, James Baker (1800-70); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Bristol Riots: Ruins of Warehouses in Prince Street, with Mounted Troops, c
2831201 Bristol Riots: Ruins of Warehouses in Prince Street, with Mounted Troops, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 11.3x17.5 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

Bristol Riots: The Burning of the New Gaol from Canons Marsh, c. 1831 (oil on paper)
2831197 Bristol Riots: The Burning of the New Gaol from Canons Marsh, c.1831 (oil on paper) by Muller, William James (1812-45); 9.2x18.3 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

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"Unleashing Chaos: The Queen Square Riots of Bristol" In the early 19th century, Bristol was a city on the brink of revolution. The Queen Square Riots, a series of violent uprisings that shook the very foundations of this historic city, left an indelible mark on its history. The Burning of Queen Square: the Custom House, 1831 (oil on paper) - This iconic painting captures the moment when flames engulfed the Custom House in Queen Square. A symbol of authority and oppression, it became a target for enraged protesters demanding political reform. Bristol Riots: Burning Toll House on Prince Street Bridge, c. 1832 (oil on paper) - Another scene from this tumultuous period depicts rioters setting ablaze toll houses along Prince Street Bridge. These structures represented economic inequality and were seen as barriers to progress by those fighting for change. Bristol Riots: Troops Marching up Corn Street, 1831 (oil on paper) - As tensions escalated between protestors and authorities, troops were deployed to maintain order. This painting showcases their intimidating presence marching through Corn Street amidst chaos and destruction. The Gaol Burning and St Paul's Bedminster c. 1831 (oil on paper) - In one haunting image, we witness both literal and metaphorical prisons being set alight during these riots. The burning gaol symbolized liberation from oppressive systems while St Paul's Church in Bedminster stood as a testament to resistance against injustice. Prisoners Escorted by Torchlight, 1832 (oil on canvas) - Amidst flickering torches illuminating darkened streets lies a poignant portrayal of prisoners being escorted through chaotic scenes during these riots. Their fate uncertain but their determination unwavering; they became symbols of defiance against an unjust system. Warehouse from Wapping c. 1832 (oil on paper) - This artwork reveals the destruction caused by rioters as they set fire to a warehouse in Wapping.