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Duke Of Wellington's Death Bedroom Given New Lease Of Life

The bedroom of one of the greatest figures in British history has been recreated at a 16th-century castle as part of a major re-presentation.

Re-presentation of the bedroom where the Duke of Wellington spent his final days.

For the first time since 1934, and to mark the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, the bedroom where he died, at the English Heritage-run Walmer Castle, has been re-presented.

Using a painting created shortly after the 1st Duke’s death by Thomas Shotter Boys, English Heritage curators have commissioned detailed replicas of the carpet and wallpaper.

The room was recreated with this original illustration painted shortly after the Duke's death in 1852.

Along with his armchair and campaign bed, the result is a faithful depiction of the place where the hero of Waterloo died.

A pair of original Wellington boots and the Duke's death mask are among objects featuring in the exhibition.

Both the bed and armchair that were in the spartan room on September 14, 1852 are also on show, while in other rooms displays explore his career, his death, the state funeral and his "celebrity" status.

Using a watercolour of the room made shortly after the Duke's death, curators have recreated the original carpet and wallpaper.

All photos and media provided thanks to English Heritage