FIG CINEMA: LEICA GEOSYSTEMS PRESENTS

15:40-16:00: LEICA GEOSYSTEMS PRESENTS:
FLORENCE AS IT WAS: A DIGITAL RECONSTRUCTION OF A MEDIEVAL CITY

In a world where digital humanities are transforming the way we explore history, universities, scholars, and institutions are collaborating to revolutionise 3D laser scanning. Dr George Bent, Professor of Art History at Washington and Lee University, takes centre stage as he pioneers the next chapter in this ground-breaking field.

Together with a team of scholars and students, Professor Bent embarks on a remarkable project: “Florence As It Was: A Digital Reconstruction of a Medieval City.” Armed with cutting-edge Leica Geosystems reality capture solutions, they set out to create a breath-taking digital guide to 15th-century Florence. This ambitious endeavour combines intricate point clouds of the city’s historic architecture with captivating artwork and annotations, enabling virtual visitors to travel through time and immerse themselves in the past.

In this captivating documentary, Professor Bent extends an invitation to join him on his laser scanning journey. Witness the remarkable moments he captures with the Leica RTC360 3D Laser Scanner as he fearlessly scales ancient domes, teeters on treacherous ledges, and navigates labyrinthine staircases. Along the way, he unveils profound insights, unearths hidden discoveries, and shares the valuable lessons learned throughout this extraordinary adventure.

Prepare to be transported to the awe-inspiring city of Florence, where history merges seamlessly with cutting-edge technology. Professor Bent’s passion and expertise bring the past to life as he pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of digital humanities.