A poignant new installation will see the Tower of London flooded with blood-red poppies in commemoration of the end of World War II. The ceramic poppies will pour across the lawn in front of the White Tower on May 6, and will remain in place for six months, culminating in a moment of remembrance on Armistice Day (November 11).
The breathtaking display will feature almost 30,000 poppies that were originally created for the Tower’s 2014 installation, ‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red‘. On loan from the Imperial War Museum; the poppies are returning to their original home, and will form a crater to resemble a wound at the heart of the Tower – which itself was bombed during the Blitz.
The specially commissioned installation will create a space for visitors to remember and reflect on the sacrifices made by so many during the Second World War. Forming a truly striking image, the display of poppies will serve as a reminder of the losses caused by war and the long-lasting impact of conflict.
The ceramic poppies were designed and made by internationally-renowned artist, Paul Cummins and the new installation has been created by London-born designer, Tom Piper.
This unique installation will be on display from May 6 to November 11. You can find out more and plan your visit here.