A poignant installation flooded the Tower of London with blood-red poppies earlier this year, in commemoration of the end of World War II. The ceramic poppies poured across the lawn in front of the White Tower in May and they have remained in place, and will culminate in a moment of remembrance on Armistice Day on Tuesday, November 11.
The breathtaking display features 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 have returned to their original home and have formed a crater to resemble a wound at the heart of the Tower – which itself was bombed during the Blitz.
The specially commissioned installation has created 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 serves 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 until November 11. You can find out more and plan your visit here.
