Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo
Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo, Panoramic exhibition in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium
Description
The Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo is a circular exhibition in Braine-l'Alleud that shows the battle on a giant painted canvas. The canvas measures about 110 meters around and 12 meters high, displaying scenes from the fighting across its entire surface.
History
The work was created in 1912 by French artist Louis Dumoulin to remember the battle that took place in 1815. It was part of a movement in the 1800s when large circular panoramas became popular as a way to bring history to life for viewers.
Culture
The building brings the battle to life through painted scenes and models that work together to show what happened during the fighting. Visitors can see how artists chose to remember this moment for people who came after.
Practical
The location is near the Lion's Mound and offers a raised viewing platform to see the work from above. Take time to walk around slowly and look at the painted details from different spots to understand the full scope of the battle scenes.
Did you know?
This is one of the few surviving panoramic paintings in Europe that still sits in its original building. Its 360-degree view lets visitors see the entire battle from all angles, which is a rare experience today.
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