The zoetrope, also known as a magic lantern, which uses simple optical means to create the illusion of movement, was a popular toy in the 19th century. A sequence of individual images rotates in a drum and, when viewed through narrow slits, merges into a flowing sequence of movements. However, the movement does not progress, but repeats itself endlessly. Time stands still in the zoetrope.
Image gallery
Based on the theme of the exhibition Time is an Ocean, visitors to the open workshop can build their own zoetropes to take home: small wonder drums in which waves roll endlessly, birds fly on and on, figures circle tirelessly in dance, or raindrops create endless concentric rings in the water.
Limited number of participants. Registration is requested. Please send an e-mail to kontakt(at)labor-m.berlin.
„Open Workshop“ events are hosted by fluent English speakers and can be run bilingually.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
free entry
Opening hours:
daily 10 am - 18 pm
fridays 12 am to 21 pm
tuesdays closed
Opening hours:
daily 10 am - 18 pm
fridays 12 am to 21 pm
tuesdays closed
Accessibility
The Biesdorf Palace Gallery is handicapped accessible.
