Speakers House Collection

Staircase in the Speakers House, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Staircase in the Speakers House, 1947. View of the interior of the Palace of Westminster in London. Speakers House is the official residence of the Speaker of the Commons

Destruction by fire of both Houses of Parliament on Thursday night, 16 October 1834 (coloured engraving)
602517 Destruction by fire of both Houses of Parliament on Thursday night, 16 October 1834 (coloured engraving) by O Neill

St Stephens Chapel, Speakers House, etc, Westminster, London, from the River Thames (coloured engraving)
602730 St Stephens Chapel, Speakers House, etc, Westminster, London, from the River Thames (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Stephens Chapel)

The Speakers House from the River, in 1830 (engraving)
3636623 The Speakers House from the River, in 1830 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Speakers House from the River, in 1830)

The Speakers House, Westminster Palace (engraving)
5213523 The Speakers House, Westminster Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Speakers House, Westminster Palace, Sir Charles Barry, RA, Architect)

The Speakers House, Westmnster (engraving)
609941 The Speakers House, Westmnster (engraving) by Quast, Pieter Jansz. (1605-47); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Speakers House, Westmnster, London)

The Speakers House, Westminster, River front (engraving)
6004187 The Speakers House, Westminster, River front (engraving) by Neale, J. P. (1771/80-1847); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Speakers House, Westminster, River front)

The Speakers House, Westminster, London, 1815. Artist: William Radclyffe
The Speakers House, Westminster, London, 1815

St Stephens Chapel and the Speakers House, Westminster, London, 1834 (c1905). A view from the River Thames. Print published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London)

THE SPEAKERs HOUSE FROM THE RIVER, IN 1830, Westminster, London, UK, 19th century engraving

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"The Speakers House: A Tale of Destruction and Resilience" Step back in time to the fateful night of 16th October 1834, when both Houses of Parliament were engulfed in flames. This coloured engraving captures the devastating scene, showcasing the destruction that befell St Stephens Chapel and its neighboring Speakers House. Nestled by the River Thames in Westminster, London, this iconic structure held a rich history within its walls. The engraving from 1830 depicts the grandeur of the Speakers House as it stood proudly against the river's backdrop. Its architectural beauty was renowned throughout the land. The engraved image showcases another perspective, revealing a stunning view of The Speakers House from across the river. In 1815, artist William Radclyffe immortalized this majestic building with his brushstrokes, capturing its elegance for generations to come. Despite facing tragedy and adversity over centuries past, this resilient structure endured. The staircase within Speaker's House stands as a silent witness to history's trials and tribulations. Although created by an unknown hand in 1947, it serves as a reminder of strength amidst turmoil. St Stephens Chapel and Speaker's House shared an inseparable bond within Westminster Palace. Their intertwined destinies are evident in yet another captivating engraving from around 1905. It transports us back to an era where these magnificent structures coexisted harmoniously along London's skyline. But it is impossible to forget that tragic night when fire consumed these hallowed halls; vividly captured through coloured engravings depicting both Houses on fire. The events forever etched into our collective memory serve as a testament to human resilience and determination. Today, we remember "The Speakers House" not only for its historical significance but also for its ability to rise above devastation time after time—a symbol of endurance standing tall against all odds.