Exhibition: ‘A Historic Farewell: Art as Witness to the Lying-in-State of Queen Elizabeth II’
An exhibition of artworks marking the Lying-in-State of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be held at the Houses of Parliament from 13 July to 2 October 2026. This page shares details of how to see it, and a glimpse at some of the artworks included in the show. ‘A Historic Farewell: Art as Witness […]
Memorial angel sculpture unveiled for Queen Elizabeth II
A new memorial angel for Queen Elizabeth II has been installed in the House of Lords. The bronze sculpture is revealed on what would have been Her Majesty’s 100th birthday – 21 April 2026. The sculpture forms part of a new collection of works by six artists commemorating the Lying-in-State of the late monarch. These works are part of the Parliamentary Art Collection, and will go on display later in 2026. A Memorial Angel […]
New Portrait of The Rt. Hon. Rachel Reeves MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Unveiled
The Parliamentary Art Collection has acquired a portrait of the Rt. Hon. Rachel Reeves MP, the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer, by artist Sally Ward. An unveiling took place during an event on 23rd of March 2026 celebrating the 170th anniversary of the Society of Women Artists (SWA) and Women’s History Month. About the Artwork The oil portrait shows […]