(5 February 2016) How can the Florence Uffizi go to Japan? The exhibition hall of the Italian Cultural Institute of Tokyo makes it possible with an interactive exhibition, scheduled from 13 February to 13 March, that will bring to life in Tokyo the different halls of the Florentine palace, revealing frescoes and majestic masterpieces. The exhibition is organized by the IIC, the Italian Embassy in Tokyo and the University of Florence, with the sponsorship of the Japanese newspaper Asahi Shimbun, in collaboration with the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology. The faithful reproductions by Hitachi Ltd include “The Battle of San Romano” by Paolo Uccello, “La Primavera” by Sandro Botticelli, “The Adoration of the Magi” by Leonardo Da Vinci, and “Shield with the head of Medusa” by Caravaggio. Audio and video contributions will complement the painting, and it will be possible to interact with the works through touch screens. (Sip)
