Westminster Hall Collection

The Court of Chancery, c. 1460 (illumination on vellum)
XCF701481 The Court of Chancery, c.1460 (illumination on vellum) by English School, (15th century); Inner Temple, London, UK; (add.info)

Court of Exchequer
3086765 Court of Exchequer by English School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After one of a series of manuscripts showing the four courts at Westminster Hall)

Court of Common Pleas
3086763 Court of Common Pleas by English School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After one of a series of manuscripts showing the four courts at Westminster Hall)

Trial of Lord Lovat, Westminster Hall, London, 1747. Interior view of Westminster Hall, with both houses of Parliament assembled for the trial of the Jacobite, Simon, Lord Lovat

Westminster Bridge, London, taken from Mr Scheves Sugar House, opposite to York House (engraving)
603126 Westminster Bridge, London, taken from Mr Scheves Sugar House, opposite to York House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Bridge, London)

Westminster Hall, Westminster, UNESCO World Heritage Site, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Detail of carving, Westminster Hall, Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Victorian tourists at an exhibition of frescos, paintings and sculpture in Westminster Hall, 1844
FLO4669726 Victorian tourists at an exhibition of frescos, paintings and sculpture in Westminster Hall, 1844. Steel engraving by Radclyffe after an illustration by B

Impeachment of Governor General of India Warren Hastings in Westminster Hall
FLO4669509 Impeachment of Governor General of India Warren Hastings in Westminster Hall. The trial began in 1788, and Hastings was finally acquitted in 1795

A lawyer interrogating a witness in front of jury and judges at Westminster Hall court
FLO4619057 A lawyer interrogating a witness in front of jury and judges at Westminster Hall court. The judges include Chief Justice Sir Charles Abbot, and lawyers Raine, Pollock, Ashworth, Courtney

Coronation banquet of King George IV, 1820
1576945 Coronation banquet of King George IV, 1820; (add.info.: Coronation banquet of King George IV of Great Britain, at Westminster Hall, London, 1820.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

View of Westminster Bridge over the River Thames in London, viewed from the north, 1751. Creator: Fabr. Parr
View of Westminster Bridge over the River Thames in London, viewed from the north, 1751. In the background on the right Westminster Abbey

Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, 1862. Creator: Smyth
Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, [London], 1862. The National Association for the Promotion of Social Science...[issued] cards of invitation in such numbers that

The Coronation Dinner of James II in Westminster Hall, 1685, (1947). Creator: Samuel Moore
The Coronation Dinner of James II in Westminster Hall, 1685, (1947). Banquet held in Westminster Hall at the Palace of Westminster in London, to celebrate the coronation of King James II

Westminster Hall roof and Big Ben "Blitzed". 10th May 1941
Westminster Hall roof and Big Ben " Blitzed". 10th May 1941

New Palace Yard and Entrance to Westminster Hall, 1947. Creator: T. Coney
New Palace Yard and Entrance to Westminster Hall, 1807, (1947). View of part of the Palace of Westminster in London. From " The House of Commons", by Martin Lindsay M.P

Westminster Hall in London, England - 19th Century
Westminster Hall at the Palace of Westminster in London, England. Vintage halftone etchings circa mid 19th century

Seventeenth century view over the River Thames to Parliament House, Westminster Hall and Westminster Abbey
A view from the South Bank of the River Thames in London towards the Westminster Parliament House, Westminster Hall and Westminster Abbey. Copied from an engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar (1607-1677)

Swearing in of Roundell Palmer as Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain, Westminster Hall, Victorian
Vintage illustration of Swearing in of Roundell Palmer, 1st Earl of Selborne as Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain, Westminster Hall, Victorian, 1870s 19th Century

Westminster Hall
" Vintage engraving from 1831 of Westminster Hall, London, England the oldest existing part of the Palace of Westminster, was erected in 1097

Antique photograph of London: Westminster Hall

The Colossus of the North; or the Striding Boreas, December 1, 1774. December 1, 1774. Creator: Anon
The Colossus of the North; or the Striding Boreas, December 1, 1774

Swearing-In the New Lord Chancellor at Westminster Hall (engraving)
1058172 Swearing-In the New Lord Chancellor at Westminster Hall (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swearing-In the New Lord Chancellor at Westminster Hall)

The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account (litho)
1600887 The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V (litho)
1629484 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V)

Inspecting the 14th Century roof of the Great Hall of Westminster, London (engraving)
972726 Inspecting the 14th Century roof of the Great Hall of Westminster, London (engraving) by Macpherson, Douglas (1871-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Study for Court of Common Pleas, Westminster Hall, from Microcosm of London, 1807

Study for Court of Kings Bench, Westminster Hall, from Microcosm of London, c. 1808

Model of Westminster Hall, England, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Model of Westminster Hall, England, c. 1830

Statues discovered near the entrance of Westminster Hall, 1807 (engraving)
5959879 Statues discovered near the entrance of Westminster Hall, 1807 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); length: 21 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall (engraving)
1620413 Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Exhibition at Westminster Hall (engraving)
1624966 The Exhibition at Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Exhibition at Westminster Hall)

View of Westminster Hall and Bridge (coloured engraving)
611012 View of Westminster Hall and Bridge (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Westminster Hall and Bridge)

The Northwest View of Westminster Hall (engraving)
610983 The Northwest View of Westminster Hall (engraving) by Sandby, Thomas (1721-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Northwest View of Westminster Hall)

Plans for the trial of Warren Hastings (engraving)
610974 Plans for the trial of Warren Hastings (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scaffolding in Westminster Hall (engraving)
610968 Scaffolding in Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scaffolding in Westminster Hall)

Westminster Hall (engraving)
610988 Westminster Hall (engraving) by Schnebbelie, Robert Blemell (fl.1803-d.1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Hall); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

The Trial of the Earl of Strafford (engraving)
610976 The Trial of the Earl of Strafford (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trial of the Earl of Strafford.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

A View of New Palace Yard Westminster (engraving)
610973 A View of New Palace Yard Westminster (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Westminster Hall, London (photo)
610329 Westminster Hall, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Westminster Hall, London); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

A Birds Eye View of the West End of London (engraving)
1046921 A Birds Eye View of the West End of London (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Birds Eye View of the West End of London)

The Proposed "Restoration"of Westminster Hall (engraving)
1045074 The Proposed " Restoration" of Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Charles I quitting Westminster Hall (engraving)
973335 Charles I quitting Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles I quitting Westminster Hall)

London as seen from a Balloon (engraving)
1061644 London as seen from a Balloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London as seen from a Balloon)

The House of Commons Illustrated (engraving)
1060141 The House of Commons Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The House of Commons Illustrated)

Westminster Hall, from London Interiors with their Costumes and Ceremonies pub
931677 Westminster Hall, from London Interiors with their Costumes and Ceremonies pub. Joseph Mead, London, c.1843 (steel engraving) by Shepherd

Trial of Warren Hastings at Westminster Hall
LLM455933 Trial of Warren Hastings at Westminster Hall by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trial of Warren Hastings at Westminster Hall)

A prospect of the inside of Westminster Hall showing how the King and Queen, with the nobility and others
584574 A prospect of the inside of Westminster Hall showing how the King and Queen, with the nobility and others, did sit at dinner on the day of the Coronation (engraving) by English School

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Westminster Hall, located in the heart of London, England, is a historic and iconic site that holds centuries of legal and political significance. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Westminster, this grand hall has witnessed numerous pivotal events throughout history. Dating back to medieval times, Westminster Hall served as the main courtroom for important legal proceedings. It housed notable courts such as the Court of Exchequer, where financial matters were addressed, and the Court of Chancery, known for its illuminated vellum manuscripts from around 1460. The hall also hosted significant trials like that of the Earl of Strafford in 1641. Wenceslaus Hollar's depiction captures the intensity and drama surrounding this historic event. Another remarkable moment captured within these walls was James II's Coronation Dinner in 1685; Samuel Moore's artwork transports us back to witness this regal celebration. Beyond its judicial role, Westminster Hall played a central role in British politics. Its impressive architecture includes intricate carvings depicting scenes from British history. The detail showcased on these carvings adds an artistic touch to this majestic space within Parliament House. During World War II bombings in May 1941, Westminster Hall suffered damage along with Big Ben – a stark reminder of the city's resilience during challenging times. However, it stood strong amidst destruction and continues to be admired today. In addition to its historical significance inside Parliament House itself lies New Palace Yard – an entrance leading visitors into Westminster Hall since ancient times. T. Coney's portrayal gives us a glimpse into how people would have entered this magnificent structure many years ago. From Victorian-era ceremonies like Roundell Palmer being sworn in as Lord High Chancellor to nineteenth-century views over River Thames showcasing Parliament House alongside Westminster Abbey – all capture different aspects that make Westminster Hall so captivating through time. Today we can still marvel at its beauty while appreciating its rich heritage as one walks through those hallowed halls.