Mechanical Paradox

third quarter of the 18th century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Mechanical Paradox
  • Date: third quarter of the 18th century
  • Culture: Italian, Florence
  • Medium: Beechwood, mahogany, walnut wood, palisander, brass
  • Dimensions: 51 3/16 × 28 3/8 × 57 1/2 in., 55.1 lb. (130 × 72 × 146 cm, 25 kg)
  • Classifications: Furniture-Wood, Metalwork-Brass
  • Credit Line: Museo Galileo - Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts