PURE3D is excited to announce the upcoming addition of a diverse array of 3D scholarly editions, each featuring contributions from a diverse range of scholars from various academic backgrounds. From exploring ancient artefacts and megalithic tombs to delving into the history of home cinema and urban development, these projects showcase the versatility and interdisciplinary nature of 3D scholarship. Each project offers a unique lens through which to explore and engage with history, culture, and technology through 3D scholarly editions.
A Bottle in the form of a Whale and Shoe
by Francien Bossema, Migelien Gerritzen Fellow at the Rijksmuseum, the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI)
This 3D scholarly edition concerns an enigmatic artefact—a bottle in the form of a whale and shoe. This project delves into the craftsmanship and cultural significance of this curious object, using X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) scanning to uncover its hidden narratives and artistic intricacies.
Megalithgrab “Teufelssteine” bei Heiden, Westfalen
by Louise Tharandt, contractor archaeologist and researcher at the University of Cologne
The Düwelsteene megalithic passage grave dates back to the early modern period, this tomb offers valuable insights into ancient cultures and burial practices. Through digital reconstructions and historical research, the project sheds light on the tomb’s history and restoration efforts. Louise Tharandt will author the edition.
The Private Library of Pieter de Graeff (1638-1707)
by Chiara Piccoli, Research Fellow and Data Scientist at the 4D Research Lab (Faculty of Humanities, University of Amsterdam)
The reconstruction of Pieter de Graeff’s private library visualises the library in 3D, aiming at exploring the cultural and intellectual landscape of the era, offering a glimpse into the life and interests of a prominent figure of the Dutch Golden Age.
The area of the church of St. Johannis in Mainz
by Igor Piotr Bajena, PhD candidate of the Architecture and Design Cultures, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna.
This project focuses on the church of St. Johannis in Mainz. Through digital reconstructions and historical narratives, viewers can witness the evolution of this historic site from the 8th to the 13th centuries, providing valuable insights into medieval urban development.
A Genealogy of Home Cinema
by Tim van der Heijden, Assistant Professor, Open University of the Netherlands
This 3D scholarly edition examines early twentieth-century home cinema technologies, namely the Kinora motion photography viewer and the Pathé Baby 9.5mm film projector. By synthesising existing 3D models, this project offers a comparative view of these technologies and their impact on domestic viewing practices.
Westerpark/Westergasfabriek
by Francesca Fabbri, PhD candidate of Cultural and Environmental Heritage, Department of Cultural Heritage, University of Bologna
Westergasfabriek, a former gas factory turned cultural hotspot in Amsterdam presents through historical research and digital visualisation, the industrial past of this site and its evolution into a thriving urban centre, highlighting the intersection of heritage preservation and contemporary urban development.
