4. März 2025|
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|9 months agoHistoric Battle of Murten Panorama Seeks New Home
Foundation launches search for permanent exhibition site for nationally significant 19th-century panoramic painting ahead of 550th battle anniversary.
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- A foundation is seeking a new permanent home for the Battle of Murten panorama painting ahead of its 550th anniversary in 2026
- The panorama was painted by Louis Braun in 1893
- The painting measures 100 x 10 meters and weighs 1.5 tonnes
- The Battle of Murten (1476) was a victory of Swiss cantons over Burgundian forces
By The Numbers
100 x 10
meters (painting dimensions)
1.5
tonnes (total weight)
700
kg (weight per roll)
They Said
"Today, the committed players are joining forces to offer the panorama a showcase worthy of its status"
"Finding an ideal location will be a stimulating challenge"