Not small no - it's also man made and 100% mechanical despite its looks.
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Not small no - it's also man made and 100% mechanical despite its looks.
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https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...2017/06/48.jpg
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One of the most ingenious automata in existence, this is the full size Silver Swan in the Josephine and John Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, Co.Durham, UK. It is attributed to a collaboration by James Cox, the famous 18th century English clockmaker, and Joseph Merlin, an inventor and entrepeneur. (Photo courtesy, The Bowes Museum)
You're too good at this game Gav. I have NFI.
Vote permaban.
Who's with me?!
Gav, ya shouldn't nick images straight off the 'net. Google Image search took 0.22seconds to find it. [biggrin]
It looks like a metal swan on a plate or tray, possibly Made of silver.
Well done BU.
One of my all time favourite clockwork devices and made in the 18th Century.
https://youtu.be/p9dcg-o4efg
It looks as though it's made from loosely poured molten metal.
Well unfortunately I haven't actually been to see this one first hand! :)Quote:
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At least you got the feathers.[bigwhistle]Quote:
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Where's the challenge if you're not up against a true champion/