Westminster Hall Collection (#5)

Tootehill fields (Amoenissimi aliquot locorum... Prospectus), 1625-77

The Exhibition of Cartoons in Westminster Hall, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Exhibition of Cartoons in Westminster Hall, 1845. Art show in the medieval hall at the Palace of Westminster in London....a general view of the Hall

The Kings Challenger Entering Westminster Hall, 1684, (1947). Creator: M. Yeates
The Kings Challenger Entering Westminster Hall, 1684, (1947). Officials and nobles inside Westminster Hall in the Palace of Westminster, London

Titus Oates in the Pillory, 1685, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Titus Oates in the Pillory, 1685, (1890). Titus Oates (1649-1705) English perjurer who fabricated the " Popish Plot", a Catholic conspiracy to kill King Charles II

The banquet in the Great Hall at the Palace of Westminster... coronation of James II in 1685, (1902)
The banquet in the Great Hall at the Palace of Westminster, for the coronation of James II in London in 1685, (1902). Guests at the coronation banquet of King James II and Mary of Modena

Westminster in 1640, 1881. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Westminster in 1647, (1881). From " The Leisure Hour 1881", by. [The Religious Tract Society, London, 1881]

Westminster Hall, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Westminster Hall, (1881). Westminster Hall in London was completed in 1099. This view shows the Houses of Parliament in the late 18th century

Two Views of Westminster, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Two Views of Westminster, (1881). The village of Westminster, now part of greater London, and the River Thames. Landmarks and buildings shown include: Parliament House, Westminster Hall

Whitehall and Westminster. (From Aggas Map), (1881). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall and Westminster. (From Aggas Map), (1881). Birds eye view, by cartographer Ralph Agas (c1540-1621), of Whitehall Palace in the village of Westminster on the River Thames

An Ancient view of St. Jamess, Westminster Abbey & Hall, late 18th century
An Ancient view of St.James s, Westminster Abbey & Hall from the village of Charing, now Charing Cross. late 18th century

Het hoog-en lager-huys van Engelandt, 1689. Artist: Romeyn de Hooghe
Het hoog-en lager-huys van Engelandt, 1689. An interior view of Westminster Hall, London, with King William III seated on the throne

New Palace Yard, Palace of Westminster, London, c1750. Artist: John Boydell
New Palace Yard, Palace of Westminster, London, c1750. View showing the entrance to Westminster Hall with figures and traffic on the street

New Palace Yard, Palace of Westminster, London, 1742. View showing carriages in the yard, with Westminster Hall on the left

Westminster Bridge, Westminster Abbey and Westminster Hall, London, 1789. View with boats on the River Thames

Interior view of Westminster Hall showing the fine hammerbeam roof, London, 1801

Coronation banquet of King George IV, Westminster Hall, London, 1821 (1824). The Royal Banquet. The bringing up of the First Course

Plan of the public offices and buildings at Westminster, London, 1810

Coronation of King George IV, Westminster Hall, London, 1821 (1824). Procession of the Dean and Prebendaries of Westminster with the regalia, July 19th 1821

Henry III renewing and confirming the Magna Carta, Westminster Hall, London, 13th century (c1800). King Henry III renewing and confirming Magna Charta

Westminster Hall, the first day of term, a satirical poem, 1797

The Champions performing the ceremony of the Challenge, Westminster Hall, London, 1821. Part of the ceremony of the coronation of George IV

Interior view of Westminster Hall, London, c1750. Artist
Interior view of Westminster Hall, London, c1750

Plain Dealer, 1786. Artist: William Angus
Plain Dealer, 1786. With a view of the interior of Westminster Hall, London

Coronation dinner held for George IV, Westminster Hall, London, 1821. With a description beneath

Westminster Hall, London, c1790. Interior view with a description beneath

Ceremony in Westminster Hall, London, 1811. Artist
Ceremony in Westminster Hall, London, 1811. Representation of the ceremony of presenting the Sheriffs of London, Samuel Birch, & William Heygate... in the Court of Exchequer

Triumphal arch on the west end of Westminster Hall, London, 1761. The arch was erected for the coronation of George II and Queen Caroline, on 11th October 1727

View of Westminster Halll and New Palace Yard, London, c1808

View of the entrance to Westminster Hall, London, 1809. Artist
View of the entrance to Westminster Hall, London, 1809

Westminster Hall from New Palace Yard, London, 1809. Artist
Westminster Hall from New Palace Yard, London, 1809

Elevation of Westminster Hall, London, 1808. Artist
Elevation of Westminster Hall, London, 1808. Measured drawing

Westminster Hall, London, c1680. View with title in ribbon above

View of Westminster Hall and Abbey, from Westminster Bridge, London, 1819

Debarkation at Westminster Bridge on Lord Mayors Day, London, c1836. Showing the Lord Mayors Procession at Westminster Hall, with boats in the water

Procession outside Westminster Hall, London, 1821. Artist
Procession outside Westminster Hall, London, 1821. The procession from Westminster Hall to the Abbey on the occasion of King George IVs coronation, 19 July 1821

Suggestions for alterations to the buildings adjoining Westminster Hall, London, c1825
Suggestions for an alteration of the exterior of the buildings adjoining Westminster Hall, London, c1825

North-west view of Westminster Hall, London, 1808. Artist
North-west view of Westminster Hall, London, 1808

New Palace Yard and the entrance to Westminster Hall, London, 1782. View with carriages outside

Westminster Hall from New Palace Yard with a view of Westminster Abbey, London, c1820

View of Westminster Hall from New Palace Yard, London, 1740

View of New Palace Yard and Westminster Hall, London, 1647

Antiquties from Westminster Hall, London, 1781. Artist
Antiquties from Westminster Hall, London, 1781

Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster from the River Thames, London, 1647

View of the scaffolding in Westminster Hall, London, c1760

King George IVs Coronation Procession, London, 1821. Panoramic view of the royal procession from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey for King George IVs coronation

Westminster, 1800. View through arches of Westminster Abbey, Westminster Hall and Whitehall

Interior view of the Court of Wards and Liveries, 1747. Shows various sixteenth century figures seated around a table. The description at the base of the image mentions that the figure at the head of

Court Of Kings Bench Westminster Hall Legal Courts
Court of Kings Bench, Westminster Hall. Circa 1808. After a work by August Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson in the Microcosm of London

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Westminster Hall, located in the heart of London, England, is a historic and iconic site that holds centuries of legal and political significance. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Westminster, this grand hall has witnessed numerous pivotal events throughout history. Dating back to medieval times, Westminster Hall served as the main courtroom for important legal proceedings. It housed notable courts such as the Court of Exchequer, where financial matters were addressed, and the Court of Chancery, known for its illuminated vellum manuscripts from around 1460. The hall also hosted significant trials like that of the Earl of Strafford in 1641. Wenceslaus Hollar's depiction captures the intensity and drama surrounding this historic event. Another remarkable moment captured within these walls was James II's Coronation Dinner in 1685; Samuel Moore's artwork transports us back to witness this regal celebration. Beyond its judicial role, Westminster Hall played a central role in British politics. Its impressive architecture includes intricate carvings depicting scenes from British history. The detail showcased on these carvings adds an artistic touch to this majestic space within Parliament House. During World War II bombings in May 1941, Westminster Hall suffered damage along with Big Ben – a stark reminder of the city's resilience during challenging times. However, it stood strong amidst destruction and continues to be admired today. In addition to its historical significance inside Parliament House itself lies New Palace Yard – an entrance leading visitors into Westminster Hall since ancient times. T. Coney's portrayal gives us a glimpse into how people would have entered this magnificent structure many years ago. From Victorian-era ceremonies like Roundell Palmer being sworn in as Lord High Chancellor to nineteenth-century views over River Thames showcasing Parliament House alongside Westminster Abbey – all capture different aspects that make Westminster Hall so captivating through time. Today we can still marvel at its beauty while appreciating its rich heritage as one walks through those hallowed halls.