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Castello di San Giorgio, Ducale Palace
Castello di San Giorgio, Ducale Palace
Lighting the new exhibition at the Castello di San Giorgio
Standing in the grounds of the Palazzo Ducale in Mantua, the Castello
di San Giorgio is hosting a new exhibition that tells the story of the
Mantuan Renaissance through more than seventy works that include
paintings, sculptures and reliefs. This visual journey brings to life the
grandeur of an era in which the city of Mantua became a reference
point for the arts, with masters such as Andrea Mantegna leaving an
indelible mark on the history of art. To enhance every detail without
compromising the castle’s ambience, a carefully calibrated museum
lighting system has been designed, using Krill projectors for the
interior spaces and Spot projectors for the external courtyard. These
minimalist, compact fixtures precisely shape the light, revealing the
depth of the works without altering their visual integrity. Krill fixtures,
with their controlled beam, precisely illuminate the works on display
inside, while Spot projectors, installed on the columns outside,
enhance the sculptures and historical remains along the corridors, as
well as highlighting the arches and frescoes of the portico, restoring
the majesty of the Renaissance architecture.
The lighting fixtures’ 3000K colour temperature has been chosen
to emphasise the warm tones of the works, while their high colour
rendering index (CRI90) ensures a perfect rendering of the colour
shades, faithfully revealing every detail. The use of narrow, well-
defined beams of light guides the visitor’s gaze, emphasising the
details on the sculptures and bringing out the three-dimensionality of
the works. The fixtures’ careful positioning guarantees optimal visual
comfort, avoiding glare and light spill, and offering an immersive
museum experience that fully respects the artistic heritage. During
the design phase, every detail was carefully studied to guarantee
the optimal arrangement of the lighting fixtures based on the
specific needs of each space. The lighting in the exhibition areas is
designed to enhance every element, from monumental works to the
smallest objects. During installation, the position of each fixture was
accurately adjusted to ensure uniform light distribution, minimising
unwanted shadows and reflections, and ensuring clear and precise
illumination of each work. Finishes were selected based on the
architectural context: black and white for the Krill projectors, while
the Spot fixtures have a customized Antique white finish, chosen to
blend in with the historical architecture.
Thanks to meticulously designed lighting, the new exhibition at the
Castello di San Giorgio comes to life under a light that respects,
enhances and guides the exploration of the artistic and architectural
heritage of the Mantuan Renaissance.
Spot 3.4
power: 15W
optics: 39°/55°
colour temp.: 3000K
finish: RAL9001
Spot 4.4
power: 22W
optics: 56°
colour temp.: 3000K
finish: RAL9001
Location
Mantova, Italy
Application
Museums and exhibitions
Photography
Germano Borrelli
