At the Casa di Goethe in Rome, two controversial episodes in the history of science in Mischa Kuball's light installations

The Casa di Goethe in Rome is hosting a solo exhibition of German conceptual artist Mischa Kuball from April 30 to October 4, 2026. The show features two light installations: "Newton/Goethe luce nera," which contrasts Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's and Isaac Newton's opposing theories on color and light refraction, and "five suns / after Galileo," which visualizes Galileo Galilei's observations of sunspots and his conflict with the Catholic Church. The exhibition is curated by the museum's director, Gregor H. Lersch.

This exhibition matters because it uses contemporary light art to revisit pivotal, controversial moments in scientific history, bridging art and science in a site-specific context. Kuball's work challenges viewers to question established knowledge and perception, aligning with the Casa di Goethe's unique mission as a museum dedicated to the German writer's legacy. The show also highlights how artists continue to engage with historical debates, making complex scientific ideas accessible and visually compelling.