As the second mirror was located in the ‘illusion’ space, the
intention was to tie its functionality to the other artefacts in
that part of the exhibition – optical illusions and classic
magical trickeries. To do this, the mirror’s ‘magic’ was
enacted by manipulating the spatial orientation of the
visitor’s mirrored reflection. Visitors looking into the
mirror could see their images dissected into shards reflected
like the spirals of a traditional kaleidoscope, or bisected and
reflected, making them appear a one eyed Cyclops, or in
possession of two heads. Thus the Kaleidoscope Mirror
referenced vintage Hall of Mirrors experiences, alongside
other exhibits exploring classic magic tricks and illusions.