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Lot 93The Property of the Late Humphrey Whitbread, Esq., sold by Order of the Executors
For a note on Sir Charles Barry and the Houses of Parliament, see lot 92.
For a note on Sir Charles Barry and the Houses of Parliament, see lot 92.
Sir Charles Barry, R.A., F.R.S. (1795-1860)
Design for the East, West and North Elevations of the House of Lords
Price Realised
GBP 4,230
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Specialist note
This important drawing shows a fairly early stage in the evolution of the design for the Chamber of the House of Lords, although most of its main features can already be seen here. It is particularly interesting that the south side, where the throne is placed, is not shown. The design for that elevation was not resolved until the end of 1844, by which time Barry had invited Pugin, who had left the project in 1837, to come back and help him with the interiors. The Lords were uncomfortable in their temporary chamber. Thus the Chamber of the House of Lords, the masterpiece of Barry's and Pugin's work, was the first part of the new building to be fitted out, and was opened by Queen Victoria in April 1847.
We are grateful to Lady Alexandra Wedgwood for her help in preparing this catalogue entry.
We are grateful to Lady Alexandra Wedgwood for her help in preparing this catalogue entry.