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IN A FLASH: Replicating Ancient Artifacts with Modern Tech

Art students recreate ancient artifact using modern technology

 

Modern technology gave students in an Introduction of Asian Art class the ability to recreate an ancient artifact. 

Art students recreate ancient artifact using modern technology

 

With the help of Andrew Kuebeck, assistant professor and head of  Kent State's Jewelry/Metals Enameling program, students cast a miniature replica of a neolithic, Chinese bronze sacrificial wine vessel using a contemporary bronze-casting technique.  

Ancient Vessels

 

Students were also able to 3D print recreations of this vessel with the assistance of Sarah McMahon, outreach program officer, Design Innovation Initiative, and the staff of the DI Hub's Reactor Shops and Labs

Art students recreate ancient artifact using modern technology

 

Students learned how materials and production techniques can impact the design of an object. The vessels created by these students will be exhibited in the DI Hub gallery at the end of the semester. 

Art students recreate ancient artifact using modern technology

 

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POSTED: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 10:46 AM
Updated: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 02:31 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen
PHOTO CREDIT:
5X社区 School of Art