Marold panorama of the Battle of Lipany

The Marold panorama of the Battle of Lipany is a circular painting housed in a dedicated pavilion at the Výstaviště Exhibition Grounds that depicts war scenes with hundreds of figures and detailed elements. This monumental work measures 11 meters high and extends 95 meters in length around its circumference.

The work was created in 1898 by Luděk Marold and depicts the Battle of Lipany from 1434, a decisive turning point in the Hussite Wars. Marold completed this extensive creation shortly before his death at age 33.

The painting represents a significant battle from Czech history and is experienced by visitors as a monumental work of art that showcases the technical talents of 19th-century painters. The creation of this piece demonstrates the commitment of Czech artists to document and commemorate important historical moments.

The viewing experience works best when you take time to walk slowly around the entire painting and observe the details from different angles and distances. The pavilion is accessible and offers enough space for groups to move comfortably around the circular layout.

The painting was created by a team of four artists including Karel Raska, Vaclav Jansa, and Theodor Hilscher, who worked together on this monumental vision. This collaboration between multiple painters was unusual for a work of this scale and complexity.

Inception: 1898

Creator: Luděk Marold

GPS coordinates: 50.10667,14.42754

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47