Palace Of Whitehall Collection

LONDON: WHITEHALL PALACE. The Palace of Whitehall as it appeared about the reign of James II (1685-1688). Wood engraving, 1808

Scene from Mr. Mark Lemon's "About London": Whitehall as it appeared before the fire of 1691, (1862). From "Illustrated London News", 1862

The apotheosis of James I in an oval at center, friezes with putti and garlands on either side, 1720

Old Whitehall Stairs, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Old Whitehall Stairs, (1881). Steps down to the River Thames from the Palace of Whitehall. From Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places

Plan of the old Royal Palace of Whitehall
A ground plan of the old Royal Palace of Whitehall beside the River Thames in London. The Palace was an enormous collection of buildings

Palace of Whitehall, London (engraving)
3647507 Palace of Whitehall, London (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palace of Whitehall, London)

Whitehall (colour litho)
976203 Whitehall (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitehall. Card forming part of childrens card game about London.); © Look and Learn

Banqueting House, Whitehall (b / w photo)
3095063 Banqueting House, Whitehall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banqueting House, Whitehall)

King James I Uniting England and Scotland, 1632-33. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
King James I Uniting England and Scotland, 1632-33. Sketch for ceiling of Banqueting House, Whitehall, Westminster, London. A young King James is seated on a raised throne in parliamentary robes

Charles II, 1649. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Charles II, 1649

Sala Regalis cum Curia West-monastery, vulgo Westminster haal (Westminster Hall), 1647

An allegorical scene showing the benefits of James reign at center, Wise Government trampling Rebellion at right, and Liberty trampling Avarice at left, 1720

James I appointing Charles as King of Scotland at center, Minerva spearing Ignorance at right, and Hercules beating Envy at left, 1720

Flight of the Queen of James II, from "Illustrated London News", August 3, 1872
Flight of the Queen of James II, from " Illustrated London News", August 3, 1872

Whitehall, as it appeared before the fire of 1691, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Whitehall, as it appeared before the fire of 1691, 1844. View of Whitehall Palace, royal residence on the River Thames in Westminster, London

Marriage procession for the wedding of Elizabeth Stuart, daughter of James I, and Frederick V, Elector Palatine, 14 February, 1613 or after

Pair of Stereograph Views of Chapel Royal, London, 1850s-1910s. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Stereograph Views of Chapel Royal, London, 1850s-1910s. (Banqueting House, Whitehall)

James I, 1620, (1943). Creator: Unknown
James I, 1620, (1943). Portrait of James I and VI (1566-1625), King of England and Scotland. James sponsored the publication of the King James Version of the Bible

Inigo Jones, (1573-1652), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Inigo Jones, (1573-1652), 1830. Inigo Jones (1573-1652) English architect who employed Vitruvian rules of proportion and symmetry to his buildings which include the Banqueting House at Whitehall

Chapel Royal, Whitehall, Exterior, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Chapel Royal, Whitehall, Exterior, (1881). The Banqueting House, designed by Inigo Jones and completed in 1622, was significant in English architecture as the first structure in the neo-classical

The King Street Gateway, Whitehall, (1881). Creator: Unknown
The King Street Gateway, Whitehall, (1881). The Palace of Whitehall at Westminster, then a village outside London, was the main residence of the English monarchs from 1530 until 1698

Whitehall in the Reign of Henry VIII, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall in the Reign of Henry VIII, (1881). Map showing the Palace of Whitehall in the village of Westminster (now part of London), in the 16th century

Whitehall about 1650, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall about 1650, (1881). The Palace of Whitehall at Westminster, then a village outside London, was the main residence of the English monarchs from 1530 until 1698

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

Whitehall, Looking Towards the Holbein Gateway, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall, Looking Towards the Holbein Gateway, (1881). The Holbein Gate, entrance to the Palace of Whitehall at Westminster, then a village outside London

Interior of the Chapel Royal (Banqueting House), Whitehall, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Chapel Royal (Banqueting House), Whitehall, (1881). The Banqueting House in Westminster, London, was designed by Inigo Jones and completed in 1622

Whitehall, from the River, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Whitehall, from the River, (1881). The Palace of Whitehall at Westminster, then a village outside London, was the main residence of the English monarchs from 1530 until 1698

The Holbein Gateway, Whitehall, (1881). Creator: Unknown
The Holbein Gateway, Whitehall, (1881). The Holbein Gate, entrance to the Palace of Whitehall at Westminster, then a village outside London. The monumental gateway was constructed in 1531

York Place, (1881). Creator: Unknown
York Place, (1881). Map of a part of Westminster in London, showing York Place, Scotland Yard, the Eleanor Cross, The Strand and the River Thames

The Banquet of Henry VIII in York Place. Artist: Stephanoff, James (1789-1874)
The Banquet of Henry VIII in York Place. Found in the collection of Royal Collection, London

LONDON: HORSE GUARDS. Horse Guards at Whitehall, London, England. Photographed c1925

LONDON: HORSE GUARDS. The changing of the Horse Guards at Whitehall, London, England. Photographed c1925

View of Whitehall, 1645 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XCF285162 View of Whitehall, 1645 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palatium Regis prope Londinum; ); Czech, out of copyright

LONDON: HORSE GUARDS. Horse Guards at Whitehall, London, England. Photographed c1900

LONDON: HORSE GUARDS. Horse Guards at Whitehall, London, England. Steel engraving, c1850

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"The Palace of Whitehall: A Majestic Legacy in the Heart of London" Step into the grandeur and opulence of the Palace of Whitehall, a magnificent architectural marvel that once stood as a symbol of power and prestige during the reigns of James II and his predecessors. This iconic palace, located in the heart of London's Whitehall district, was an awe-inspiring sight to behold. As you wander through its hallowed halls, you'll come across captivating artworks that adorned its interiors. The apotheosis of James I takes center stage in an oval masterpiece, surrounded by friezes adorned with playful putti. These intricate details showcased the artistic prowess and regal splendor that permeated every corner of this historic palace. The Old Whitehall Stairs, captured beautifully in 1881 by an unknown creator, offer a glimpse into the past when these steps witnessed countless comings and goings from distinguished figures throughout history. From kings to courtiers, each footstep on these stairs carried echoes from centuries gone by. One cannot mention Whitehall without acknowledging one fateful event - The Execution of King Charles I. Joost Hartgerts' poignant depiction on Engelandts Memoriael's title page transports us back to 1649 when this tragic chapter unfolded within these very walls. It serves as a somber reminder that even palaces are not immune to political turmoil. Delve deeper into history with a glance at the plan showcasing the layout and grandeur of the old Royal Palace itself. Every room had stories etched into its walls; every corridor whispered secrets only they could tell. Engravings depicting both exterior views and interior scenes bring forth vivid imagery - from bustling courtyards filled with life to intimate chambers where decisions were made that shaped nations. These engravings immortalize not just architecture but also capture glimpses into daily life within this majestic residence. Amongst all these historical treasures, the Banqueting House stands tall as a testament to architectural brilliance.