Animated sand toys and music boxes

Animated sand toys and music boxes - Here is a short video I made to highlight the wonderful sand toys and music boxes created by Mel and Eunice Birnkrant. (Direct link to video)

These primitive robots are inspired by the work of Art of Victorian toy theaters. The figures are cut from sheets of cardboard and placed in a small stage with curtains and audience. Mel took the idea to the next step and invented the necessary mechanisms to make them come to life.
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