Abraham and David Roentgen were master craftsmen, famous throughout Europe as makers of furniture and mechanical marvels. This desk contains a musical clock and dozens of small chests, drawers and pockets recessed seemlessly into the woodwork, accessible only by pushing hidden buttons.
Link -via The Automata Blog
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There is an exhibit on these artisans at the Met right now. Most impressive is the Marie Antoinette automaton. Go see it!
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WOW!
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Incredible. Went to the Met's YouTube channel and found this other amazing gem (among 10 other videos about Roentgen masterpieces): http://pinterest.com/pin/567453621768510927/
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love that desk
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Roentgen - Cabinet in the sky
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