Exhibition Lichtwechsel highlights ancient relief casts with innovative colored lighting, marking 180th anniversary of University of Jena Archaeological Museum; complex installation, new material to be added, admission free, guided tours offered.
Exhibition Lichtwechsel highlights ancient relief casts with innovative colored lighting, marking 180th anniversary of University of Jena Archaeological Museum; complex installation, new material to be added, admission free, guided tours offered. Ancient art in the magic of light Ancient art in the magic of light Published:21 April 2026, 11:12| By: Stephan Laudien The casts of ancient reliefs are bathed in different coloured lights. Cast replicas of ancient reliefs – some of whose originals adorn the Acropolis in Athens at great heights—will be bathed in a very special light in a new exhibition in Jena. »With the help of a light installation, we are illuminating the reliefs in different colours of light,« says Prof. Dr Eva Winter, Professor of Classical Archaeology. Professional lighting technician Jonas Grajetzki has been brought on board to handle the lighting effects. He ensures the exhibits shine in the changing light of the day. Furthermore, their three-dimensional effect is emphasised by the varying angles of the halogen spotlights. ...