Long Night of Research: MAK Design Kids

Making roentgen images (X-rays) of Roentgen’s work, and Superglue

MAK conservator Britta Dierig affords the MAK Design Kids X-ray insights into the restoration of one of cabinetmaking superstar David Roentgen’s impressive wood mosaics from the year 1779: What do we know of the adventurous journeys of these 13 m²-sized objects? How were their countless pieces of marquetry veneer glued on, and how are they being restored today? How was glue made in the past? We are as well being invited to enjoy a whiff of fish and bone glue in the Baroque Permanent Collection.

Fri, 24.5.2024 5 pm — 7 pm

MAK – Museum of Applied Arts

Suspension bridge in an exhibition space

Afterwards there’s a special ART Research Station, at which we can experiment with different glues. What glues stick best on which materials? Which solutions work for which situations? This research journey also leads us into the PROTEST/ARCHITECTURE exhibition, where we will be dealing with superglue and rebellious tricks involving glitter.

Workshop for 8- to 12-year-olds (with or without accompanying adult)
Registration required

In context of the Long Night of Research 2024
Free admission