#Westminster Hall

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[jerseydeanne]

Scenes in Westminster right now - the final part of the queuing system.

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Westminster Hall  -  Michael Heseltine  , 1997

British ,  b.1961  -

Oil on canvas ,  94 x 81 cm.

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Cardinal Wolsey: A Life In 9 Artworks

I won't lie I love history and I have been re-watching a lot of the Tudors which brought on the inspiration for this blog.

So Cardinal Wolsey’s life, marked by immense power and ultimate downfall, has inspired numerous artworks.

These pieces offer a visual chronicle of his journey from glory to despair, allowing modern viewers to witness pivotal moments of his life.

This artwork marks Wolsey’s early rise, depicting his procession to Westminster Hall in 1515 when he became a cardinal. Gilbert, fascinated by Wolsey, frequently revisited his life in art, capturing significant moments. In this piece, Wolsey holds a pomander, reflecting his historical concern with disease prevention.

This painting highlights the close relationship between Wolsey and King Henry VIII. The Cardinal appears focused and diligent beside a relaxed and trusting Henry, illustrating their bond during Wolsey's height of influence.

This detailed artwork portrays the grand summit between England and France in 1520, organized by Wolsey. Though the scene is a composite, it captures the event’s opulence. Wolsey, depicted modestly beside King Henry, orchestrated this massive and ultimately politically futile event.

This piece illustrates the intense rivalry between Wolsey and Buckingham, culminating in the Duke’s execution in 1521. Gilbert captures their mutual animosity in a chance encounter, with expressive faces revealing their deep-seated hatred.

Lucas’s painting reflects Wolsey’s fall from grace. Depicted with King Henry and Thomas Cramner, Wolsey’s sorrow is palpable as he faces his downfall, highlighted by the ominous presence of a raven, symbolizing his imminent demise.

A satirical take on Wolsey’s forced resignation in 1529, this drawing shows him tearfully handing over the Great Seal. Originally intended for humour, it underscores the poignancy of his loss of power and favour with the King.

Depicting Wolsey’s final moments in 1530, this engraving shows him surrounded by loyal companions at Leicester Abbey. Cavendish, his faithful servant, is depicted weeping at his side, highlighting the Cardinal’s tragic end.

This simple sketch from Wolsey’s biography captures his solemn burial at Leicester Abbey. Despite the crude execution, it serves as a historical record of his final resting place, though its exact location remains a mystery.

In this compilation of eminent British figures, Wolsey is honoured alongside historical greats. Created 150 years after his death, this miniature portrayal underscores his lasting significance in English history.

These nine artworks encapsulate Cardinal Wolsey’s dramatic life, from his meteoric rise to his tragic fall, immortalizing his legacy in vivid detail. I honestly find him a fascinating character of history.

BONUS!

Cardinal Wolsey Statue Historical landmark in Ipswich, England.

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Mourners from around the world form a six-mile queue to pay their respects to Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Current wait times exceed sixteen hours with thousands braving the cold London nights.

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The Vigil of the Princes

Westminster Hall, London

September 16, 2022

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Parliament sings, God Save the King, to King Charles III at Westminster Hall 12 September 2022

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16 September 2022

Thousands of people have been queuing along the banks of the River Thames to view the Queen's coffin as she lies in state in London's Westminster Hall.

Queues have been building since Wednesday morning, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to pay their respects before her funeral on Monday.

Lying-in-state begins

A line of mourners hoping to view the coffin is snaking for around five miles from Westminster across Lambeth Bridge and along the river to Southwark Park.

Some have queued for hours, sometimes overnight, in all weathers for a chance to pay their respects.

Westminster Hall opened its doors to the public on Wednesday (September 14) after a grand procession brought the Queen's coffin from Buckingham Palace.

The lying-in-state will continue until 06:30 BST on Monday, the day of the state funeral.

The government has warned people could face 30-hour waits to get in.

They will walk by the Queen's closed coffin, which rests on a raised platform, known as a catafalque, beneath the 11th Century hall's medieval timber roof.

Each corner of the platform is being guarded in a continuous vigil by soldiers from units that serve the Royal Household.

The coffin is draped in the Royal Standard and topped with the Imperial State Crown, a wreath of white roses and dahlias and the Sovereign's orb and sceptre.

The grand hall is the oldest part of the Palace of Westminster, at the heart of British government.

The last member of the Royal Family to lie in state in the hall was the Queen Mother in 2002, when more than 200,000 people queued to view her coffin.

The BBC has a dedicated live stream for those unable to travel to London.

The service is available in the UK on the BBC home page, the BBC News website and app, iPlayer, BBC Parliament and the red-button. It is also available internationally via bbc.com/news.

Slow journey to Westminster Hall

On Wednesday, crowds of mourners packed the streets between Buckingham Palace and Westminster for the slow ceremonial procession to carry the coffin to the hall.

In the bright sunshine that followed the rain, the coffin made its way through the heart of the capital borne on an open gun carriage of the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, drawn by seven black horses.

A huge 18 hands-tall (183cm) veteran horse named Lord Firebrand, ridden by Capt. Amy Cooper, led the procession and set the pace.

The gun carriage, known as the George Gun Carriage, carried King George VI's coffin in 1952 and was used in the Queen Mother's funeral in 2002.

To the sound of funeral marches played by the Scots Guards and the Grenadier Guards, the procession stepped off at a slow pace of 75 steps per minute - a tempo typically reserved for such sombre occasions.

King Charles III, wearing full ceremonial uniform, followed behind the coffin on foot, accompanied by his siblings as well as his sons, Prince William, dressed in his Royal Air Force uniform, and Prince Harry in a morning suit.

The sight of the brothers together, walking behind the coffin, evoked poignant memories of their mother Diana's funeral 25 years ago, said royal correspondent Sean Coughlan.

Up to 1,000 members of the armed forces in ceremonial dress took part in events surrounding the parade.

Behind mounted Metropolitan Police, the procession was headed by the Household Cavalry and the Grenadier and Scots Guards.

They were followed, just ahead of the Queen's coffin, by members of the Royal Household, those working closely with the Queen.

Following the King and other royals behind the coffin and bringing up the rear of the procession were members of the King's former household, when he was known as the Prince of Wales.

Guns were being fired from Hyde Park at one-minute intervals throughout the procession. Big Ben also tolled.

As her coffin passed by, some in the crowd burst into tears, BBC correspondent Nick Beake said.

Others made the sign of the cross, army veterans saluted their former commander-in-chief - while families embraced, he added.

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A Royal Recycling (part 119)  

Self-Portrait

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At 4am this morning I finally got in to Westminster Hall and paid my respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II. It was such a surreal and emotional experience.

[thesixthduke]

09/17/2022

The grandkids

[jerseydeanne]

A rotation of the guard takes place in Westminster Hall where Queen Elizabeth II is Lying-in-State. These take place every 20 minutes. Guards have 20 minutes on duty, and 40 minutes off duty.

[huariqueje]

Lying-in-State of Winston Churchill in Westminster Hall  -   Alfred Egerton Cooper , 1965.

British , 1883 1974

Oil on canvas ,  58.9 x 89 cm

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Visting Parliament this week

Visting Parliament this week

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Brown Girl Magazine Op-Ed: Monarch vs. Matriarch, the Death of Queen Elizabeth II Leaves British South Asians Divided on her 70-Year ReignBrown Girl Magazine

Brown Girl Magazine Op-Ed: Monarch vs. Matriarch, the Death of Queen Elizabeth II Leaves British South Asians Divided on her 70-Year ReignBrown Girl Magazine

As I lay down flowers outside the grounds of Buckingham Palace to pay my respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II earlier this month, I am taken back to the summer of 2001. My then 4-year-old cousin had decided to throw a royal tantrum outside the palace grounds, once she realised that she wasn’t on Her Majesty’s invite list to the annual Garden Tea Party. “But I want to see the Queen!” she cried.…