This engraving, titled “New Houses of Parliament (from Lambeth Palace)”, depicts the magnificent Gothic Revival architecture of the British Houses of Parliament along the River Thames. The view, taken from the Lambeth side of the river, shows the intricate details of the newly constructed building, including the iconic Victoria Tower and the clock tower (later known as Big Ben). The scene captures bustling river activity and figures in 19th-century dress, emphasizing both the grandeur of the new structure and the vitality of Victorian London. This plate was included in The Crystal Palace and Its Contents (circa 1851–1854), celebrating the architectural and cultural achievements of the era.

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