Birdy's Barber Shop Quartet Automaton

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The feathered friends in this adorable barber shop quartet dance up and down and twirl around, while the middle-right bird tips its top hat! Offset cameras and a clever crank mechanism make it possible for the birds to spin and move side to side. This charming automaton was designed specifically for a Solidworks course and features intricate details crafted from laser-cut oak and birch wood. Even the birds themselves were shaped from clay, giving them a delightfully three-dimensional look. Thin wire provides the legs of this whimsical creation, while fishing line helps bring the hat to life with its gentle movement.