Topolski Century

Topolski Century

Topolski Century (previously known as the Memoir of the 20th Century[1])is an artwork and gallery on the South Bank in London, England.[2] It presents a large artwork by Feliks Topolski (1907–1989). It is located in the Hungerford Bridge arches.[3]

The work was started in 1975 and opened by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh in 1984.[4] It presents a panoramic view of key events and people in the 20th century. This installation forms a mural that is 600 feet long and 12–20 feet high. The artist worked on the panels from 1975 until his death. It was reopened in 2009 after refurbishment.[2]

References

  1. ^ Appeal for the Topolski Century, Feliks Topolski.
  2. ^ a b Topolski Century, London SE1, UK.
  3. ^ Contact, Topolski Century, UK.
  4. ^ About Us, Topolski Century, UK.

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Coordinates: 51°30′17″N 0°06′57″W / 51.5048°N 0.1157°W / 51.5048; -0.1157


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