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Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856. Rebuilding of the Houses of Parliament in London. The new gate, or door...is a fine bold piece of design; it is composed of solid oak, the panels being of pierced metal, consisting of the Royal badges and the arms of Westminster within quatrefoils of the same metal. The hinges, which are very massive, to sustain the ponderous framework, are of pure gun-metal. The position of this gate is at the archway leading to the Royal Court, immediately opposite the entrance to the Victoria Tower - to the vast vaulted opening of which it adds its modicum of richness'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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Great Gate, Victoria Tower, leading to the Royal Court, 1856: A Glimpse into the Victorian Gothic Architecture of the Houses of Parliament This photograph print, hailing from the mid-19th century, showcases the Great Gate, an essential entrance leading to the Royal Court at the Houses of Parliament in London. The image, created by an unknown artist, captures the grandeur and intricacy of Sir Charles Barry's neo-Gothic masterpiece during its rebuilding phase in 1856. The Great Gate, a bold and imposing structure, is composed primarily of solid oak. Its panels, intricately designed with pierced metal, feature the Royal badges and the arms of Westminster within quatrefoils. The hinges, massive and robust, are of pure gun-metal, a testament to the gate's ponderous framework. Positioned at the archway leading to the Royal Court, the gate stands opposite the entrance to the Victoria Tower. Its presence adds a modicum of richness to the vast, vaulted opening, enhancing the overall grandeur of this political and historical landmark. This photograph print, published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1856, offers a glimpse into the Victorian Gothic revival, a period that saw the Houses of Parliament transformed into a symbol of political power and architectural excellence. The black and white image, with its intricate details and textured surfaces, invites us to explore the history and allure of this iconic British building. As we delve deeper into the image, we can appreciate the skillful use of metalwork, wood, and gun-metal hinges, all of which contribute to the gate's unique character and charm. This engraving, a testament to the press's role in documenting history, offers a valuable insight into the architectural marvel that is the Houses of Parliament.
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