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Acting as a ‘cultural mirror’ to society, the moon has always inspired humanity, reflecting the ideas and beliefs of all people around the world. Over centuries the moon has been interpreted as a god and as a planet. It has been used as a timekeeper, calendar and been a source of light to aid night time navigation. Throughout history the moon has inspired artists, poets, scientists, writers, and musicians the world over.

Just as the Moon in the sky reflects humanity’s understanding, our hopes and dreams, so Mirror Moon reflects the exhibition space it occupies.

Made in stainless steel, using accurate NASA topographic information of the moon’s surface, Mirror Moon allows the public to feel and touch every crater, valley and mountain. As well as allowing everyone to explore the Moon visually and through touch, this artwork will also be great for those in our society who are visually impaired. Created at 1m in diameter a larger 2m version is currently being made for the Royal Observatory in Greenwich.

The silver moon light, the delicate crescent following the setting sun and the mysterious dark side of the moon has evoked passion and exploration. Different cultures around the world have their own historical, cultural, scientific and religious relationships to the moon. And yet somehow, despite these differences, the moon connects us all.

Acquisitions

The first 1m diameter artwork was first presented at the Royal Society in London in 2024 and then subsequently acquired by a major museum in the UK (details TBA). Another edition was then put on permanent display at COSMOS, St. Martins, Isles of Scilly.

The Royal Observatory in Greenwich, have commissioned a 2m diameter Mirror Moon which will be revealed in March 2026.

With thanks

NASA , Bristol Digital Futures Institutes,  Knowle West Media Centre. 

Press

Royal Museums Greenwich interview with Luke Jerram Read
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