‘La Joueuse de tympanon is a dulcimer playing android. It was presented at Versailles in 1784 and bought by Marie Antoinette. It is believed that the android’s hair is that of the Queen.’
Marie-Antoinette’s Android, 1784
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Wonderful to have this clip. Thank you so much for making it available for those of us who’d never get to see/hear the original!
I do not wish everyone on the planet to see this. My goal is to see it in person, after having to ask proper permission. What a gift you offer here, and so special. Please do not ever think that this post is un-noticed.
I adore your effort.