Birth of a Royal Library Exhibition Showcases 15th Century Corvinas
HUNGARY -- /ARCHITECTURE/newswire -- Nov 23, 2019
The Birth of a Royal Library exhibition at the National Szechenyi Library in Budapest, Hungary, showcased 67 stunning books from the Bibliotheca Corvina, established by King Mathias in the 15th century, providing visitors with a unique glimpse into the Buda workshop and the world of medieval manuscripts.
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Birth of a Royal Library Exhibition
Titled "The Corvina Library and the Buda Workshop," the exhibition was a unique endeavor to create an elegant environment for the stunning books, aiming to help visitors immerse themselves in the curator's message. The exhibition took place from November 2018 to February 2019, featuring 67 codices from various parts of the world, including Paris, New York, Leipzig, Vatican, and Vienna, alongside those treasured in Hungary.
The exhibition presented a challenge in creating an integrated space within the library building, utilizing the upper floor rooms and additional areas to guide visitors seamlessly through the journey. The design team, led by Maria Gazdag, incorporated an interim space to prepare visitors before entering the exhibition rooms and upon exiting, ensuring a continuous and immersive experience.
Utilizing formaldehyde-free MDF and water-based paint, the showcases were designed to protect the codices while providing individual lighting for each book. The exhibition also featured interactive elements such as touch screens for virtual book browsing and a sound point for listening to translated scripts, enhancing the overall visitor experience.
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