Waterloo Vase, Marble urn in Buckingham Palace, United Kingdom.
The Waterloo Vase is a monumental marble urn standing about 5 meters tall in Buckingham Palace gardens. The piece features classical decorations with sculptural reliefs depicting scenes from military history.
Sculptor Richard Westmacott created this piece in 1812 from Italian Carrara marble. It was raised to honor British victory against Napoleon, marking a major moment in European history.
The carvings depict scenes of soldiers and military valor that visitors can see in the marble reliefs. These images show how the British viewed heroism and national pride during this historical period.
The vase is located in Buckingham Palace gardens and is only viewable when the palace is open to visitors. It helps to explore the garden during regular opening hours to see the work from different angles.
The artist selected Italian marble from Carrara quarries for this British memorial. This choice shows the connection between European craft traditions and British political intent.
Location: City of Westminster
Creator: Richard Westmacott
Height: 5 m
Made from material: Carrara marble
GPS coordinates: 51.50190,-0.14833
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:11
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