A sumptuous neoclassical building now managed by the Commonwealth Foreign Office, Lancaster House has stood in the middle of the Saint James’s district since 1840.
A sumptuous neoclassical building now managed by the Commonwealth Foreign Office, Lancaster House has stood in the middle of the Saint James’s district since 1840.
Construction of Lancaster House began in 1825. Originally planned to house the Duke Frederick of York, the second son of King George III, it established itself as London’s ultimate grand residence to exploit the neoclassical Georgian style . With three floors, it is decorated in the Louis XIV style with a lot of works of art. The object of Queen Victoria’s admiration, Lancaster House also hosts government receptions and is the scene of the agreements on the independence of Rhodesia in 1979. The G7 summit has been held there on several occasions.
Greet your guests with a little greeting from Queen Elizabeth II herself with this solar figurine! Exposing her to the sun for a few minutes, the 70 year old Queen moves her hand for a royal welcome.
