Christie’s longstanding Chinese partner Wincomn Technology has brought ancient Han Dynasty history to life with spectacular projections using Christie visual solutions at the newly renovated Hunan Museum.
Over 40 Christie 1DLP laser phosphor projectors have been installed to deliver projection at various exhibition zones in the museum, which is located in the city of Changsha. The main highlight is China’s first tomb projection at the famous Mawangdui (or King Ma’s Mound) archaeological site. The visuals have been made possible using 14 projectors comprising HS Series and GS Series models strategically installed around the 17m deep trapezoidal-shaped pit grave.
Another showcase is the immersive dome theatre projection based on ancient astrological works unearthed from the Mawangdui archaeological site. Known as the Divination of the Five Planets, the silk-written manuscripts contained highly accurate astrological records based on the observation of the five planets (Venus, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars and Saturn).
The full dome facility is illuminated by 12 Christie DWU850-GS projectors equipped with BoldColor Technology for life-like images and natural colour reproduction, and provides 20,000 hours of low-cost operation.
Visitors at the exhibition zone titled “People of Hunan Province” can also check out imagery using Christie projection on a curved screen/sand table and three-sided wall, known as “Homeland” and “Dare to Call a New Day” respectively. Set up with overhead deployments of Christie DWU599-GS and Christie DWU700-GS laser phosphor projectors, the exhibits illustrate the rich history, as well as social and cultural developments within the province.
Tony Chen, general manager, Wincomn Technology, said: “Hunan Museum is home to some of the most precious cultural and historical relics in China, including artifacts from Mawangdui that dates back to the western Han Dynasty. We are grateful to be involved in the design, installation and commissioning of digital projections for some of the most outstanding exhibits in this museum. Christie’s outstanding and reliable laser phosphor projectors are best suited for these exhibition areas. The projections serve as a bridge that connects visitors with ancient culture and history, enabling them to create a deeper emotional resonance.”