Cookie-Cutter Spires Photograph by Connie Handscomb

Cookie-Cutter Spires

by Connie Handscomb

Canvas Print

$47

Framed Print

$74

Art Print

$23

Poster

$23

Metal Print

$71

Acrylic Print

$79

Wood Print

$51

Throw Pillow

$28

Duvet Cover

$135

Shower Curtain

$71

Bath Towel

$40

Tote Bag

$29

Weekender Tote Bag

$59

Zip Pouch

$27

Portable Battery Charger

$48

Greeting Card

$6.00

iPhone Case

$27

Beach Towel

$40

Round Beach Towel

$89

Weekender Tote Bag

$59

Title

Cookie-Cutter Spires

Artist

Connie Handscomb

Medium

Photograph - Photography - Fine Art

Description

Houses of Parliament : London, England
(New Palace of Westminster)

[There is] no building in England, whether ancient or modern, which could compete with that which is deservedly termed the New Palace of Westminster.
~ William Cubitt, 1850

This massive building of 19th c. character is on a site that covers eight acres. It has three great towers: at the south end, the square Victoria Tower, and the octagonal spire of the Centre Tower; at the north end is the steep, ornate roof of Big Ben.

This was formerly a Royal Palace , with a 1,000 year history. The foundation was laid back in the late 1040's, and the history of the Abbey monastery and the palace are closely linked. What we see today was a rebuild done in the early 1840's, which is why it is called the New Palace of Westminster. Much pride was taken in the work, and signatures have been left on the building from its early days of construction.

The Clock Tower, with Big Ben, was a major challenge but once erected, with the big clock raised, it has rung successfully since 1858 [not seen here].

What is shown here are is the perpendicular gothic detail of a portion of the building.

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♥ Heartfelt Gratitude to FAA groups for featuring this image :

Exploration Photography
London Photography