There Is Something Quite Beautiful About This Mechanical Hummingbird And Its Flight
Somehow, the word "sculpture" just falls short.
And his most recent creation, a kinetic, mechanical humming bird, just may be his greatest.
Comprised of over 400 carefully arranged gears, screws, and aesthetic elements, Colibri brilliantly mimics the motion of a hummingbird in flight.
Hugger shares details about Colibri's design and construction on his site, "Every element of motion has been completely mechanized, from the beating wings to the flaring tail. Intricate systems of linkages and cams bring the sculpture to life with a continuous flow of meticulously timed articulations. As each mechanism has been linked to the next, Colibri cycles through its complete range of motions by the simple turn of a crank."
And it's officially for purchase on Hugger's website...for only $99 mind you!