VIP Tour: EPFL and HKBU
360° Terapixel Panorama of the Battle of Murten 1893/2024
Join us for a guided VIP tour, organized by the Swiss Consulate for the Swiss Association of Hong Kong and the Swiss Chamber of Hong Kong as part of the celebration of the Swiss Month in Hong Kong.
Come and witness with us the remarkable digitized Terapixel Panorama of the Battle of Murten 1893/2024 at the HKBU Visualization Research Center.
This extraordinary intersection of innovation and technology, highlighting the collaboration between Hong Kong and Switzerland in the digitization of cultural heritage. Professors Jeffrey Shaw (Hong Kong Baptist University) and Sarah Kenderdine (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL) have curated a pioneering experience featuring the world’s largest digitized artwork: the 360⁰ Terapixel Panorama of the Battle of Murten 1893/2024.
Originally painted in 1893 by Louis Braun, this monumental 10m x 100m artwork captures the historic Swiss victory over Charles the Bold in 1476. Through cutting-edge digitization techniques, it has been transformed into a breathtaking 1.6 terapixel digital image, allowing viewers to explore its intricate details with unprecedented detail and immersion. This project exemplifies groundbreaking work in digital conservation, data science, and immersive technologies.
This is a rare opportunity to experience an iconic piece of Swiss history through a unique fusion of art and technology.
Note: For those interested in delving deeper into the topic, a panel discussion will be held on 11 November at HKBU, where leading experts will explore the technological innovations and cultural significance of this project. More information can be found on the Swiss Months website (www.swissmonth.hk).
Event Details
Date:
Saturday, 9 November 2024
Meeting-Time:
11:20 am
Please ensure you arrive at the Meeting Point at 11:20 am.
The VIP tour starts at 11:30 am and lasts 30 minutes.
Once the VIP tour has started, latecomers will not be able to enter the venue.
Meeting Point:
Visualization Research Centre,
Hong Kong Baptist University, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Cost:
Free
Registration:
Through the SwissCham website
Deadline: Thursday, 7 November 2024
REGISTER HERE
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