Sir William Tite Collection

Sir William Tite, MP (engraving)
1052843 Sir William Tite, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir William Tite, MP)

The Bank of England and Royal Exchange, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
The Bank of England and Royal Exchange, London, c1910. The Royal Exchange building was opened in 1844. Postcard

Lloyds Commercial Room - admission of the public, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Lloyds Commercial Room - admission of the public, 1844. Visitors in the newly opened Royal Exchange building in the City of London

The new Royal Exchange - the south entrance, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The new Royal Exchange - the south entrance, 1844. View of the Royal Exchange in the City of London, designed by Sir William Tite. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

The new Royal Exchange - the north entrance, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The new Royal Exchange - the north entrance, 1844. View of the Royal Exchange in the City of London, designed by Sir William Tite. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

The new Royal Exchange - the east and south fronts, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The new Royal Exchange - the east and south fronts, 1844. View of the Royal Exchange in the City of London, designed by Sir William Tite. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

The Queens Drawing Room - Her Majesty inspecting Mr. Tites models of the Royal Exchange, 1844. Queen Victoria looks at architect William Tites design for the Royal Exchange building in the City of

New Royal Exchange, (from the architects drawing), 1844. Creator: Unknown
New Royal Exchange, (from the architects drawing), 1844. View of the Royal Exchange building in London, designed by Sir William Tite. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

The Procession passing the Mansion House, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Procession passing the Mansion House, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London. The building was designed by Sir William Tite

Presentation of the Address in the Reception Room, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of the Address in the Reception Room, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London

Her Majesty crossing the Great West Portico, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty crossing the Great West Portico, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London. The building was designed by Sir William Tite

The Grand Vestibule - departure of Her Majesty, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Vestibule - departure of Her Majesty, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London. The building was designed by Sir William Tite

The Procession in the North Ambulatory, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Procession in the North Ambulatory, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London. The building was designed by Sir William Tite

The Procession crossing the Merchants Area, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Procession crossing the Merchants Area, 1844. Opening of the new Royal Exchange building in the City of London. The building was designed by Sir William Tite

The Royal Exchange, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The Royal Exchange, 1872. The third Exchange building opened in 1844 to designs of Sir William Tite with an eight-column Corinthian portico. From, " LONDON

The Royal Exchange, London, 1896. Creator: Works and Sun Sculpture Studios
The Royal Exchange, London, 1896. From " Underwood and Underwood Publishers, New York-London-Toroto Canada-Ottawa Kansas."

Glass-Roofed Interior Court of the Royal Exchange, c1935. Creator: Joel
Glass-Roofed Interior Court of the Royal Exchange, c1935. The Royal Exchange was founded in the 16th century by the merchant Thomas Gresham on the suggestion of his factor Richard Clough to act as a

South-west view of the Royal Exchange, City of London, c1850

Opening of the Royal Exchange, City of London, 1844. Artist
Opening of the Royal Exchange, City of London, 1844. Scene of the opening of the Royal Exchange by Queen Victoria on 28th October 1844; with a mounted guard escorting a coach watched by crowds in

Royal Exchange, City of London, c1850. Artist: TA Prior
View of Royal Exchange and the Bank of England on left, with figures, horses, carriages and omnibuses in the street

Interior of the Royal Exchange, City of London, c1910 (1911). Founded by the merchant Sir Thomas Gresham, the Royal Exchange was officially opened on 23 January 1571 by Queen Elizabeth I

The Royal Exchange, London, late 19th or early 20th century. The Royal Exchange in the City of London was founded in 1565 by Sir Thomas Gresham to act as a centre of commerce for the city

The Royal Exchange, London, 20th Century. The Royal Exchange was established by Sir Thomas Gresham in 1566, with the aim of making London main European market-place

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Sir William Tite, a prominent figure in British architecture and politics, is depicted in various scenes throughout history. In an engraving from his time as Member of Parliament, Sir William Tite exudes authority and influence. The Bank of England and Royal Exchange, two iconic landmarks in London, stand tall behind him. These structures symbolize the economic power that Sir William Tite helped shape. In another image from 1844, we witness the grandeur of Lloyds Commercial Room where the public was admitted for the first time. This momentous occasion marked a shift towards inclusivity and transparency in financial institutions. The new Royal Exchange takes center stage in several illustrations showcasing its magnificent design by Sir William Tite himself. From its impressive south entrance to the intricate east and south fronts, this architectural masterpiece stands as a testament to his vision and skill. Her Majesty's admiration for Mr. Tites' models of the Royal Exchange is captured as she inspects them with great interest in her Drawing Room. This royal approval further solidifies Sir William Tite's reputation as an esteemed architect. The procession passing Mansion House demonstrates how Sir William Tite's creations became integral parts of London's urban fabric. His designs seamlessly integrated into existing cityscapes while adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. During a presentation ceremony held at Reception Room, dignitaries gather to honor Sir William Tite's achievements. Their address acknowledges his immense contributions to society through his architectural prowess. Her Majesty herself crosses the Great West Portico with grace and poise during one eventful day in 1844. The Queen's presence signifies her appreciation for Sir William Tite's work on such prestigious projects. As Her Majesty departs from the Grand Vestibule after witnessing its splendor firsthand, it becomes clear that these architectural marvels have left an indelible mark on both history and culture under Sir William Tite’s guidance.