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Filename: cc97_01069.jpg

Size: 4921 x 3831 (4.0MB)

Date: 24th April 2008

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Photographer

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Palace of Westminster CC97_01069

PALACE OF WESTMINSTER, London. A complete view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben taken from Parliament Square with horse-drawn vehicles in the foreground. The palace was built by Charles Barry between 1837 and 1858 after the previous building was destroyed by fire. York and Son. Date range: 1870 - 1900

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Media ID 943013

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Clock Gothic Politics Time Tower Traffic Victorian


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> Architecture > Victorian Architecture

> Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1870s

> Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1890s

> Towns and Cities > City of Westminster > Palace of Westminster

> Towns and Cities > City of Westminster

> The way we were > Victoriana > Victorian public buildings


EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning photograph captures the iconic Palace of Westminster and Big Ben in London, as seen from Parliament Square. The image, taken by the renowned Victorian photographers York and Son between 1870 and 1900, showcases the grandeur and historical significance of this iconic landmark. The Palace of Westminster, home to the Houses of Parliament, was rebuilt between 1837 and 1858 after the previous building was destroyed by fire. The new structure, designed by Charles Barry in a striking Gothic Revival style, is a testament to the architectural brilliance of the time. The intricate details of the palace's facade, with its ornate windows, towering spires, and intricate carvings, are on full display in this photograph. At the heart of the composition is the iconic Big Ben clock tower, which has become a symbol of British time and tradition. The clock, with its four faces and distinctive chimes, has been keeping London's time since 1859. In the foreground, horse-drawn vehicles add a sense of movement and activity to the scene, highlighting the hustle and bustle of Victorian London. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a bygone era. The Victorian era was a time of great political and social change, and the Palace of Westminster was at the heart of it all. The Houses of Parliament, where laws were debated and passed, were a focal point of political activity and discourse. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a historical document, capturing the essence of London's political and cultural heritage. The Palace of Westminster and Big Ben continue to be iconic symbols of London and the United Kingdom, and this photograph offers a unique perspective on their history and significance.

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