The Metropolitan Museum of Art recently published more than 100 three-dimensional images of works of art on its website. As part of its ongoing Open Access Program, the New York museum’s imaging department uploaded the first 100 high-fidelity images to its online collection pages, with more three-dimensional images becoming available over time.
The high-definition models allow visitors unprecedented access to The Met’s collection outside of open hours—and even inside its objects. Online visitors can now click on the “View in 3D” icon and “zoom, rotate, and view masterpieces from every angle in stunning detail.” They can also view the models through augmented reality on smartphones and VR headsets, the museum announced.
