The Vesta Temple in Tivoli was a must for travelers on the „Grand Tour“ in the 18th century. It was, and still is, a symbol of Romanticism in painting and architecture. Dieter and Malgorzata have tried to capture this effect in a new cork model.

The Vesta Temple in Tivoli was a must for travelers on the „Grand Tour“ in the 18th century. It was, and still is, a symbol of Romanticism in painting and architecture. Dieter and Malgorzata have tried to capture this effect in a new cork model.
After all parts have been fixed in place and the pigment layers have been applied, Dieter and Malgorzata photograph the cork model in optimal daylight. The southern French evening sun, which brings the object to life in warm tones, is ideal for this purpose …
The cella is the sanctuary of the temple and was only accessible to the priests through a more than 6m high bronze portal. Dieter and Malgorzata try to reproduce the effect of this monumental entrance as precisely as possible. They do the same with the roof tiles…
The pillars of the temple are the supporting elements of its architecture. It takes a lot of time and precision to manufacture. Dieter and Malgorzata therefore work with the greatest care and patience…