Standing in the grounds of the Palazzo Ducale in Mantua, the Castello di San Giorgio is hosting a new exhibition that tells the story of the Mantuan Renaissance through more than seventy works that include paintings, sculptures and reliefs. This visual journey brings to life the grandeur of an era in which the city of Mantua became a reference point for the arts, with masters such as Andrea Mantegna leaving an indelible mark on the history of art.

To enhance every detail without compromising the castle’s ambience, a carefully calibrated museum lighting system has been designed, using Krill projectors for the interior spaces and Spot projectors for the external courtyard. These minimalist, compact fixtures precisely shape the light, revealing the depth of the works without altering their visual integrity.

Krill fixtures, with their controlled beam, precisely illuminate the works on display inside, while Spot projectors, installed on the columns outside, enhance the sculptures and historical remains along the corridors, as well as highlighting the arches and frescoes of the portico, restoring the majesty of the Renaissance architecture.

The lighting fixtures’ 3000K colour temperature has been chosen to emphasise the warm tones of the works, while their high colour rendering index (CRI90) ensures a perfect rendering of the colour shades, faithfully revealing every detail.

The use of narrow, well-defined beams of light guides the visitor’s gaze, emphasising the details on the sculptures and bringing out the three-dimensionality of the works. The fixtures’ careful positioning guarantees optimal visual comfort, avoiding glare and light spill, and offering an immersive museum experience that fully respects the artistic heritage.

During the design phase, every detail was carefully studied to guarantee the optimal arrangement of the lighting fixtures based on the specific needs of each space. The lighting in the exhibition areas is designed to enhance every element, from monumental works to the smallest objects. During installation, the position of each fixture was accurately adjusted to ensure uniform light distribution, minimising unwanted shadows and reflections, and ensuring clear and precise illumination of each work.

Finishes were selected based on the architectural context: black and white for the Krill projectors, while the Spot fixtures have a customized Antique white finish, chosen to blend in with the historical architecture.

Thanks to meticulously designed lighting, the new exhibition at the Castello di San Giorgio comes to life under a light that respects, enhances and guides the exploration of the artistic and architectural heritage of the Mantuan Renaissance.