Visualizing The History And Analyzing The Sculptural Decoration Of The Temple Of Zeus At Olympia In Virtual Reality

A virtual reality reconstruction of the Temple of Zeus at Olympia has revolutionized our understanding and analysis of its sculptural decoration. This innovative approach allowed researchers to re-examine the east pediment's arrangement and the temple's historical setting, addressing long-standing debates in classical archaeology. By digitizing extant fragments and developing a flexible 3D model, the study enabled non-specialists to manipulate individual sculptures, observe minor details, and test various scholarly hypotheses regarding lighting conditions and arrangement. The resulting virtual model not only facilitates educational use but also serves as a powerful tool for testing new interpretations of ancient art and architecture.

Patay-Horváth, A. (2014). Visualizing The History And Analyzing The Sculptural Decoration Of The Temple Of Zeus At Olympia In Virtual Reality. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.13704