Members Of Parliament Collection

Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). On 4 January 1642, King Charles I (1600-1649, standing, in hat) entered the House of Commons to arrest five Members of Parliament for high treason

The House of Commons During A Debate, 1858, (1947). Creator: Unknown
The House of Commons During A Debate, 1858, (1947). Interior of the Palace of Westminster in London, with (all-male) members of parliament on opposing benches. Lithograph after a painting

The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Creator: Francis Wilfrid Lawson
The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Members of Parliament inside the Palace of Westminster in London. The Speaker is Henry Bouverie William Brand

William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Creator: Anton Hickel
William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Session of parliament in the Palace of Westminster, London. Prime Minister William Pitt is on his feet

House of Commons in London, 1742 - interior
3785199 House of Commons in London, 1742 - interior; (add.info.: House of Commons in London, 1742 - interior. From a drawing by Gravelot engraved by W. J.White. House in session)

A committee of the House of Commons at the Fleet Prison, 1729, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British
STC373546 A committee of the House of Commons at the Fleet Prison, 1729, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (colour litho) by Hogarth

Cicero in Catilinam, March 17, 1785. Creator: James Sayers
Cicero in Catilinam, March 17, 1785

The Parnell Commission at the Royal Courts of Justice (engraving)
1055660 The Parnell Commission at the Royal Courts of Justice (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Key to Engraving of Conservative Members of Parliament (engraving)
1052753 Key to Engraving of Conservative Members of Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Key to Engraving of Conservative Members of Parliament)

The Opening of Parliament (engraving)
1059108 The Opening of Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Parliament)

The Labour Conference at Berlin (engraving)
1626873 The Labour Conference at Berlin (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Labour Conference at Berlin)

Mr John Dillon, MP, before the Court of Queens Bench, Dublin (engraving)
1624871 Mr John Dillon, MP, before the Court of Queens Bench, Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr John Dillon, MP)

The Great Meeting in Hyde Park to protest against the Lords Rejection of the Franchise Bill (engraving)
1623055 The Great Meeting in Hyde Park to protest against the Lords Rejection of the Franchise Bill (engraving) by English School

Cromwell dissolving the Long Parliament, 1653, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373662 Cromwell dissolving the Long Parliament, 1653, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by English School

Gladstone introducing the Home-Rule Bill, February 1893 (litho)
STC373331 Gladstone introducing the Home-Rule Bill, February 1893 (litho) by Staples, Robert Ponsonby (1853-1943) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinson
IL370586 After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation (litho) by McCormick

The Land Agitation in Ireland, a Meeting of the Land League Committee at Dublin (engraving)
1060381 The Land Agitation in Ireland, a Meeting of the Land League Committee at Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Land Agitation in Ireland)

Portrait of Sir Francis Burdett (engraving)
729697 Portrait of Sir Francis Burdett (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Sir Francis Burdett, late MP for Boroughbridge in Yorkshire)

Cromwell dissolving the Long Parliament, illustration from Cassell
STC393232 Cromwell dissolving the Long Parliament, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Fierce partisan struggles in the Hungarian Chamber, a deputy wounded by sabers inside the courtroom
2815553 Fierce partisan struggles in the Hungarian Chamber, a deputy wounded by sabers inside the courtroom from... (colour litho) by Beltrame

National Assembly meeting in Versailles for the election of the new President of the French Republic (colour litho)
2815510 National Assembly meeting in Versailles for the election of the new President of the French Republic (colour litho) by Beltrame

A tumultuous and comical scene on the Bohemian Diet: slaps, punches, kicks and trickles of ink (Colour Litho)
2815163 A tumultuous and comical scene on the Bohemian Diet: slaps, punches, kicks and trickles of ink (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP (colour litho)
3093795 Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP)

The Thanksgiving Day (engraving)
1613593 The Thanksgiving Day (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thanksgiving Day. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 March 1872)

Lord Charles Beresfords Party at Portsmouth, Members of Parliament boarding the "Magnet
1615726 Lord Charles Beresfords Party at Portsmouth, Members of Parliament boarding the " Magnet, " En Route for Whale Island (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Mover and Seconder of the "No Confidence"Vote (engraving)
1603444 Mover and Seconder of the " No Confidence" Vote (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Consequences of a Successful French Invasion, or We come to recover your long lost
NCO189768 Consequences of a Successful French Invasion, or We come to recover your long lost Liberties, 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Royal Westminster Academy - imagining how politicians might paint each other (litho)
5999293 The Royal Westminster Academy - imagining how politicians might paint each other (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Consequences of a Succesful French Invasion pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
3025912 Consequences of a Succesful French Invasion pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373580 After the second reading of the First Reform Bill, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by McCormick

Sketch of the Interior of St. Stephen s, as it now stands
NCO190157 Sketch of the Interior of St. Stephen s, as it now stands, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802 (hand-coloured etching with engraving) by Gillray

Pandora Opening her Box, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1809 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO189702 Pandora Opening her Box, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Richard Monckton Milnes (engraving)
812483 Richard Monckton Milnes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Monckton Milnes, first Lord Houghton, English poet and politician)

George Villiers (engraving)
812336 George Villiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Villiers, the fourth Earl of Clarendon; from a photograph by Mr J. A)

The House of Commons, from a 1648 print (litho)
476882 The House of Commons, from a 1648 print (litho) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Inauguration of the 24th Legislature, the King reads the speech in front of senators and deputies... (colour litho)
2815601 Inauguration of the 24th Legislature, the King reads the speech in front of senators and deputies... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Hon. Sonnino delivers to the Chamber, with unforgettable success, his most noble speech by... (colour litho)
2777611 The Hon. Sonnino delivers to the Chamber, with unforgettable success, his most noble speech by... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Movers and Seconders of the Address in Parliament (engraving)
1626768 Movers and Seconders of the Address in Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Movers and Seconders of the Address in Parliament)

The Opening of Parliament (engraving)
1623099 The Opening of Parliament (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Parliament)

Opening of Parliament, Movers and Seconders of the Address (engraving)
1622851 Opening of Parliament, Movers and Seconders of the Address (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of Parliament)

The Mover and Seconder of the Address in the House of Commons (engraving)
1101001 The Mover and Seconder of the Address in the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Pym, Esqr (engraving)
964815 John Pym, Esqr (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Pym, Esqr. English parliamentarian)

A Meeting of the London School Board in the Council Chamber, Guildhall (engraving)
1052634 A Meeting of the London School Board in the Council Chamber, Guildhall (engraving) by Woods, Henry (1846-1921); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord George Hamiltons Reception of Members of Parliament at Portsmouth Dockyard, firing a Mine by Contact (engraving)
1056209 Lord George Hamiltons Reception of Members of Parliament at Portsmouth Dockyard, firing a Mine by Contact (engraving) by Nash

Portrait of James Cochran Stevenson (oil on board)
1215731 Portrait of James Cochran Stevenson (oil on board) by English School, (19th century); 72.2x92.3 cm; South Shields Museum & Art Gallery, South Shields

The Committee appointed to consider the Conduct of Business in the War Office (b / w photo)
1600503 The Committee appointed to consider the Conduct of Business in the War Office (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cromwell refusing the crown, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373665 Cromwell refusing the crown, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658)

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"Members of Parliament: A Glimpse into the Political Arena" Step back in time and witness the historical moments that shaped parliamentary history. From Charles I and Speaker Lenthall to William Pitt, the Younger, these captivating figures have left an indelible mark on British politics. In 1850, a mysterious artist captured Charles I and Speaker Lenthall engaged in deep conversation. This enigmatic painting serves as a reminder of the power dynamics within parliament during this era. Fast forward to 1858, where another unknown artist immortalized The House of Commons During A Debate. The intensity in their expressions reveals the passion with which they defended their beliefs. Henry Clinton's portrait from 1848 showcases a member of parliament who exuded confidence and authority. His presence alone commanded attention within the hallowed halls. William Pitt, the Younger's address to the Commons in 1793 is depicted by Anton Hickel’s brushstrokes. Pitt's eloquence resonated through his words as he passionately advocated for his policies. Travel even further back to Westminster Hall in 1641 when Wenceslaus Hollar captured The Trial of Earl Strafford. This engraving transports us to a momentous event that forever altered England’s political landscape. The interior view of House of Commons in London from 1742 provides insight into its grandeur and architectural splendor. It was here that countless debates unfolded, shaping legislation for generations to come. A committee meeting at Fleet Prison in 1729 offers a glimpse into how members navigated complex issues outside traditional settings. Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation brings this scene vividly to life through color lithography. Election Sketches in North Riding depict vibrant scenes filled with excitement and anticipation during electoral campaigns—a testament to democracy at work throughout history. Burke addressing slavery abolitionists stands as an enduring image etched into our collective memory—an engraving capturing one man's passionate plea for justice and equality.