The Cyclorama of Pickett’s Charge is regarded as a masterpiece of art.
It offers an unsurpassed picture of the wartime appearance of the field,
the manner of fighting, and of equipment employed. This magnificent
painting, measuring 370 feet in circumference and 30 feet in height, was
acquired by the National Park Service in 1942. The French artist, Paul
Philippoteaux, completed the painting in 1884. It was brought to
Gettysburg in 1913 when it was first mounted and exhibited in connection
with the observance of the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg.