The Glyptotek has always been a daylight gallery. When it was dark, the museum had to close.
In cooperation, EMA, GC and Lightscapes have set artificial light on of all Sculpture galleries and the central axis of the museum. This means that the museum can stay open to the public after dark in winter and open in the evenings for with special events with music, food and lectures - a total experience.
The new lighting in the sculpture galleries uses ERCO spots from DALI rails. It is possible to 'play' with drama and atmosphere in the spaces. Each track of each room is dimmable and has various pre-programmed lighting scenarios.
One scenario, running automatically in the background, adjusts the lighting according to time-of-day / season / opening hours. The new lighting or the central axis is also dimmable DALI and forms part of this programming.
On special events the program can be 'overridden' via an iPad, giving for example, more or less light for each room or rail, or the user can select a scenario appropriate for 'a candlelight dinner' or 'a music evening’.
The artificial lighting is not a replacement of daylight experience, but gives the opportunity to experience Jakobsen's unique collection of sculptures in a more intimate and sensual visual sphere.
Photos by Christina Hauschildt
