These tiny automata are made by a retired watchmaker. You can see how tiny they are in comparison to the size of Tim’s fingers! Each has a charming mechanism, from …
This two push along automata both show interesting actions. The seal contains magnets, such that it can both balance the ball on its nose, and also push the ball along …
Tim Rowett has a large number of items in his collection that he labels ‘drinker’s requisites’ – although some of them are more fun than necessary. First up is a …
A lot of unusual toys come out of Japan, and this range of Japanese musical automata is no exception! The toys are made by the Maywa Denki company, and these …
along with us by signing up for a Tested Premium Membership at About time for a week of building! We’re joined by Frank Ippolito, who introduced us to artist Sam …
Here’s a first for Adam: a One Day Build of a custom LEGO set! After spotting Jason Allemann’s beautiful automata design, Adam sourced a complete kit to built at the …
Meet artist Sam Cobb, a sculptor who specializes in making animated statues–automata! Sam joined us at this year’s DesignerCon to show off a few of her works and kits, and …