Tower of London "bleeds" thousands of poppies

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the First World War, the historic Tower of London has been transformed by an extraordinary art installation comprising thousands of red ceramic poppies surrounding this iconic monument.

This art installation titled "Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red" was created by artist Paul Cummins and the set designer Tom Piper, and uses 888,246 poppies ceramic to create a blood-red moat around the fortress, paying tribute to soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War.

The scale of this installation intends to reflect the magnitude of this important centenary creating a powerful visual commemoration. Besides creating a spectacular display visible from all around the Tower, it is also a location for personal reflection.

The installation will be on display from 5 August, marking the day Britain became involved in the First World War 100 years ago, until November 11, the Armistice Day.

Poppies are a memorial symbol in the UK and, in this case, each ceramic poppy represents an allied victim of the First World War.

After the celebrations, all poppies integrating this installation will be available to purchase for £25.00 each, through the website Historic Royal Palaces, 

and the total amount value will revert to six service charities.

More at: poppies.hrp.org.uk