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SUMMARY:Fresh Kill – Film screening
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/fresh-kill-film-screening/
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SUMMARY:„Shu Lea Cheang. KI$$ KI$$“ – Guided tour Wiebke Wiesner
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/shu-lea-cheang-ki-ki-guided-tour-wiebke-wiesner/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event,Guided tour
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SUMMARY:Art and AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Decoding of the Brain
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/art-and-ai-artificial-intelligence-and-the-decoding-of-the-brain/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Expanded Tour: Supercomputing and AI
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/expanded-tour-supercomputing-and-ai/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
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SUMMARY:Shu Lea Cheang. KI$$ KI$$
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/shu-lea-cheang-ki-ki/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition
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DTSTAMP:20251118T084848Z
CREATED:20251006T080202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T084848Z
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SUMMARY:Opening: Shu Lea Cheang. KI$$ KI$$
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/opening-shu-lea-cheang-ki-ki/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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CREATED:20251107T160622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T141633Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios with Rachel Daniëls and Vika Prokopaviciute
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/open-studios-mit-rachel-daniels-und-vika-prokopaviciute/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250711T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260712T000000
DTSTAMP:20260114T113928Z
CREATED:20250708T163118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T113928Z
UID:48792-1752192000-1783814400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Zeitbild\, Provokation\, Kunst [Image of Time\, Provocation\, Art]: Peter Ludwig on his 100th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/zeitbild-provokation-kunst-image-of-time-provocation-art-peter-ludwig-on-his-100th-birthday/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250711T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260201T000000
DTSTAMP:20251107T145915Z
CREATED:20250428T092738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T145915Z
UID:48043-1752192000-1769904000@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Rochelle Feinstein. The Today Show
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/rochelle-feinstein-the-today-show/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250710T220000
DTSTAMP:20250417T122734Z
CREATED:20250417T121805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T122734Z
UID:47924-1752170400-1752184800@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Opening: Rochelle Feinstein. The Today Show
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/opening-rochelle-feinstein-the-today-show/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20250521T085504Z
CREATED:20250520T102553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T085504Z
UID:48368-1751155200-1756079999@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Durch die Blume – Happy Birthday\, Peter Ludwig!
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/durch-die-blume-happy-birthday-peter-ludwig/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20250617T123606Z
CREATED:20250610T115503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T123606Z
UID:48587-1750514400-1750523400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:„Reading the Region“ in the Ludwig Forum park
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/reading-the-region-in-the-ludwig-forum-park/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250325T180000
DTSTAMP:20250325T163202Z
CREATED:20250320T151527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T163202Z
UID:47567-1742925600-1742925600@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Amy Sillman: Oh\, Clock! / Steve Reich: Music for Pieces of Wood (Claves) / Steve Reich: Drumming
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/amy-sillman-oh-clock-steve-reich-music-for-pieces-of-wood-claves-steve-reich-drumming/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250322T110000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103254Z
CREATED:20250320T100655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T103254Z
UID:47519-1742641200-1742641200@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Amy Sillman with Monika Baer
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/artist-talk-amy-sillman-with-monika-baer/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250322T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250831T000000
DTSTAMP:20250414T145541Z
CREATED:20241217T115124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T145541Z
UID:46560-1742601600-1756598400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Amy Sillman. Oh\, Clock!
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/amy-sillman-oh-clock/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260610T121513Z
CREATED:20250902T113056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T121513Z
UID:49456-1742601600-1781481599@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Amy Sillman. Oh\, Clock! – Collection presentation
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/amy-sillman-oh-clock-collection-presentation/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250318T190000
DTSTAMP:20250220T143454Z
CREATED:20250114T130253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T143454Z
UID:47172-1742324400-1742324400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Trajal Harrell – Judson Church is Ringing in Harlem (Made-to-Measure) / Twenty Looks or Paris is Burning at The Judson Church (M2M)
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/trajal-harrell-judson-church-is-ringing-in-harlem-made-to-measure-twenty-looks-or-paris-is-burning-at-the-judson-church-m2m/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250220T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250316T000000
DTSTAMP:20250225T151809Z
CREATED:20250224T094430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T151809Z
UID:47365-1740009600-1742083200@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Open call for curators – Currents 12
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/open-call-for-curators-currents-12/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250116T180000
DTSTAMP:20250114T155527Z
CREATED:20250113T103310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T155527Z
UID:46953-1737050400-1737050400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:European Reception of 20th century Japanese Avant-garde
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/european-reception-of-20th-century-japanese-avant-garde/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241215T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241215T170000
DTSTAMP:20241203T153720Z
CREATED:20241203T121931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T153720Z
UID:46470-1734282000-1734282000@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Threnody for the KhoiSan
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/threnody-for-the-khoisan/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241210T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241210T180000
DTSTAMP:20241121T125809Z
CREATED:20241114T115215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T125809Z
UID:46181-1733853600-1733853600@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Zeigekunst: KuratorInnen als Zauberlehrlinge
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/zeigekunst-kuratorinnen-als-zauberlehrlinge-wie-man-hinsieht-durchs-wegsehen-wie-man-aufs-ende-hin-beginnt-wie-man-auf-das-zeigt-was-nicht-gezeigt-wird/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241128T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241128T190000
DTSTAMP:20241122T083255Z
CREATED:20241018T080946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T083255Z
UID:45926-1732820400-1732820400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Free Movement? Migration and Mobility in Eastern Europe through the lens of contemporary art.
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/free-movement-migration-and-mobility-in-eastern-europe-through-the-lens-of-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241125T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241125T193000
DTSTAMP:20241121T095047Z
CREATED:20241113T114558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T095047Z
UID:46139-1732563000-1732563000@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:‘Monday Evening Talk’ with Tim Ingold (Anthropologist\, Aberdeen)
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/monday-evening-talk-with-timothy-ingold-anthropologist-aberdeen/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241119T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241119T180000
DTSTAMP:20241113T133934Z
CREATED:20241113T102051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T133934Z
UID:46143-1732039200-1732039200@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Studio visit with Ayo Akingbade and Apparatus 22
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/studio-visit-with-ayo-akingbade-and-apparatus-22/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241105T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241105T190000
DTSTAMP:20241028T102615Z
CREATED:20240930T092435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T102615Z
UID:45430-1730833200-1730833200@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Forum Literatur: Die Projektoren. Reading with Clemens Meyer
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/forum-literatur-die-projektoren-reading-with-clemens-meyer/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Rune Mields. Der unendliche Raum – dehnt sich aus
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/rune-mields-der-unendliche-raum-dehnt-sich-aus/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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UID:45419-1730030400-1730052000@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Opening: Rune Mields. Der unendliche Raum – dehnt sich aus
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/opening-rune-mields-der-unendliche-raum-dehnt-sich-aus/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTAMP:20250502T130507Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T130507Z
UID:48065-1729987200-1762646400@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Kunstverein Gegenverkehr – Zentrum für aktuelle Kunst e.V.
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/kunstverein-gegenverkehr-zentrum-fuer-aktuelle-kunst-e-v/
LOCATION:Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst Aachen
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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UID:45365-1727614800-1727641800@ludwigforum.de
SUMMARY:Soft Illusion x Inner Fields @ Ludwig Forum Aachen
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/soft-illusion-x-inner-fields-ludwig-forum-aachen/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Aachener Kunstroute 2024
DESCRIPTION:The three-part multi-monitor installation Earth\, Moon\, Sun (1990) by the video artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006) is one of the key works in the Aachen collection of Peter and Irene Ludwig. It impressively demonstrates how Paik\, who lived in the Rhineland from 1958 to 1963\, pushed ahead with the use of new technology as an art form. At the same time\, it reflects his great interest in outer space\, the planetary system and space flight\, all crucial themes throughout his oeuvre. Acquired by Peter Ludwig in 1991 from the Düsseldorf Gallery Hans Mayer\, it was the first work by the artist to enter the collection and has long occupied a prominent place in the ‘Light Tower’ of the Ludwig Forum. Earth\, Moon\, Sun represents both the Ludwigs’ interest in contemporary media art\, as well as Aachen’s reputation as a city of innovation\, with the RWTH Aachen University at the forefront of developments in technology. Of course\, media art can only be preserved through regular technical restorations\, and the 81 tube televisions embedded in the sculptural elements of the work represent a serious challenge to any conservator: replacement sets are rarely available\, as cathode-ray TV screens have not been produced since 2012. Furthermore\, exchanging these elements for LED sets is also out of the question\, due to the importance of the installed curved monitors as autonomous compositional elements within the work. Similarly\, employing flat screens also makes little sense\, due to their much shorter lifespan. Since July 2024\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun has undergone an extensive restoration process: the monitors were restored in three phases by CRT-Lab Colorvac\, a laboratory specialising in the conservation of CRT monitors used in video art. Christian Draheim\, who runs this laboratory at the ZKM | Centre for Art and Media Karlsruhe\, together with Paik’s former assistant Jochen Saueracker\, have brought together media conservators dedicated to addressing this particular challenge. A technique specially developed by these two for restoring cathode-ray tubes makes it possible to continue using the original monitors\, even after the end of their industrial production. Another key aspect of the restoration concerned the porous plexiglass holders used to fasten the neon tubes of the “moon.” In cooperation with the Visual Computing Institute at the RWTH Aachen University\, under the direction of Leif Kobbelt\, they have been reproduced with the aid of 3D printing and replaced by the museum’s conservators. During the whole process\, Earth\, Moon\, Sun remained accessible to visitors as an open restoration laboratory and presented the care and preservation of art works as pivotal aspects of museum’s work. In restoring the work of one of the greatest pioneers of media art\, the lab demonstrated both a diversity of the technological approaches\, as well as the interdisciplinary cooperation needed to conserve time-based art. Since March 2026\, the work Earth\, Moon\, Sun is on display again in its entirety and restored at the Ludwig Forum Aachen. The restauration of Earth\, Moon\, Sun was supported by the Peter and Irene Ludiwg Foundation and the Ministry of Culture and Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cooperation Partner: RWTH Aachen University.   Photo: Nathan Ishar    
URL:https://ludwigforum.de/en/event/aachener-kunstroute-2024/
CATEGORIES:Event
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