How an Australian Pharaoh Exhibition Could Influence the British Museum’s Ancient Egypt Galleries
The British Museum’s exhibition, “Pharaoh,” is currently on display at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, Australia. This innovative showcase of Egyptian artefacts has caught the attention of the museum’s curators, who are considering implementing some of the exhibition’s design elements in the redevelopment plans for the London museum’s Egyptian collection areas.
The exhibition, which includes over 500 works spanning from the First Dynasty to the Roman period, features intricate presentation techniques such as soft lighting and digital projections to create a mesmerizing atmosphere. The collaboration between the National Gallery of Victoria and the British Museum has sparked new ideas for how ancient Egyptian exhibitions can be approached in the future.
The BM is also embarking on a major redesign project overseen by the museum’s new director, Nicholas Cullinan. The Egyptian collection digitization program and the refurbishment of the Ancient Egypt spaces are key focuses of this project. The exhibition in Melbourne, exclusive to the city, showcases never-before-seen objects such as a painted limestone wall from the Fifth Dynasty tomb of Urirenptah and Khentkaus.
“Pharaoh” will be on display at the NGV until October 6, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt in a visually stunning setting.
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Leonie Schultz completed her studies in Digital Media and Design at the Berlin University of the Arts. She focuses on digital installations and interactive art, often incorporating elements of sound and light to create immersive experiences. Leonie has been involved in several digital art festivals and is known for her innovative approach to storytelling through technology.