Upper House Collection

The Convocation of Canterbury at the Church House, Westminster, the Bishop of Worcester speaking in the Upper House
1615833 The Convocation of Canterbury at the Church House, Westminster, the Bishop of Worcester speaking in the Upper House (litho) by Begg

Convocation of Canterbury, the "Upper House, "Archbishop Temple presiding (engraving)
2792980 Convocation of Canterbury, the " Upper House, " Archbishop Temple presiding (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House, III (b / w photo)
1063030 The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House, III (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House, II (b / w photo)
1062975 The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House, II (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Convocation of Canterbury, the Annual Conferences at the Church House, Westminster (litho)
1051508 Convocation of Canterbury, the Annual Conferences at the Church House, Westminster (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Convocation of Canterbury)

The French Chamber of Peers, from The Illustrated London News
XJF314385 The French Chamber of Peers, from The Illustrated London News, 1st February 1845 (engraving) by Renard, Edouard (19th century) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Interior of the House of Lords (litho)
475404 Interior of the House of Lords (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

"Out of the Bag!"(engraving)
2777119 " Out of the Bag!" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Out of the Bag!" Cartoon, 28 October 1871)

The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House (b / w photo)
1062951 The Home Rule Bill in the Lords, Some Members of the Upper House (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home Rule Bill in the Lords)

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Ireland, North, Stormont, Parliament Buildings, Senate of Northern Ireland chamber

Two senators speak conquered kings Scenes Roman history
Two senators speak against the conquered kings Scenes from Roman history (series title), Two senators speak against the conquered kings, Upper House, Senate, ruler, sovereign

Interior of the House of Lords, from The National and Domestic History of England
KW341465 Interior of the House of Lords, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Charles I (1600-49) in the House of Lords (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF153364 Charles I (1600-49) in the House of Lords (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royalist = crowned coats of arms; ); English

CHURCH OF ENGLAND: CLERGY. The two houses of convocation of the Church of England: The upper house for bishops and the lower house for other clergy. Engraving, English, 1623-1624

A Plan of Government, laid before the committee for the perusal of the members, c1775 or early 1776
VIRGINIA: CONSTITUTION. A Plan of Government, laid before the committee for the perusal of the members, c1775 or early 1776. The plan calls for an Upper and Lower House of the General Assembly

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"The Upper House: A Historic Gathering of Power and Influence" Step into the grandeur of the Convocation of Canterbury at the Church House, Westminster, where esteemed figures shape the course of history. Witness the Bishop of Worcester commanding attention as he speaks in the hallowed halls of the Upper House, his words echoing with wisdom and authority. Archbishop Temple presides over this prestigious assembly, known as the "Upper House, " guiding discussions that will shape nations. The Home Rule Bill in the Lords brings together influential members who debate passionately for their causes. In these black and white photographs, we catch a glimpse of their determination to uphold tradition or pave new paths. The Annual Conferences at Church House, Westminster serve as a platform for Convocation gatherings. Here, decisions are made that impact society's fabric and future. Across borders, even in France's Chamber of Peers depicted in The Illustrated London News, similar chambers exist where power is concentrated among select individuals. Enter through litho doors into an interior adorned with opulence - welcome to the heart of democracy within Parliament's House of Lords, and is here that important matters are deliberated upon by those entrusted with safeguarding national interests. Yet amidst this seriousness lies room for humor; Punch cartoons remind us that even revered figures like John Bright can be subject to satire when they forget their place or become embroiled in political turmoil. In these captivating images captured by EyeUbiquitous_20120999 photographer lens, we witness history unfolding before our eyes – a tapestry woven by those who hold sway over legislation and governance. The Upper House stands tall as a symbol of power wielded responsibly - its walls have witnessed both triumphs and challenges throughout time. As we delve into its corridors filled with echoes from past debates and decisions made within its confines, let us appreciate its significance as an institution shaping our collective destiny.