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Plate III, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung
HMB306170 Plate III, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl. Breitkopf, 1789 (coloured engraving) by German School, (18th century); 21x22.8 cm; Humboldt-Universitaet, Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: Darstellung der von Racknitz rekonstruierten Kempelenschen Schachmaschine von vorn mit geoeffneten Tueren zur Einsicht in die Triedwerke der Maschine und in den Kasten des Spielers; diagram from Racknitz reconstructing Kempels Chess machine from the front with open doors revealing the mechanism of the machine and the player; ); eHumboldt Innovation, Berlin; eHumboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22953674
© Humboldt Innovation, Berlin Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin / Bridgeman Images
Automaton Board Game Checked Chequered Chess Player Fur Coat Machine Mechanism Model Robot Robotics Automat
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This colored engraving, Plate III, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, takes us back to the 18th century and offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of automaton chess players. The print showcases the reconstructed Kempelenschen Schachmaschine from the front, with its doors swung open to reveal the intricate inner workings of this remarkable invention. Intriguingly designed by German School artists, this illustration captures every detail of the mechanical marvel. The chequered board game sits prominently in the center while a male figure dressed in a fur coat operates the machine. With his turbaned head and focused expression, he appears almost otherworldly against the backdrop of gears and mechanisms. The image not only highlights the ingenuity behind this early example of robotics but also serves as a testament to human engineering prowess. It is an ode to both scientific curiosity and artistic design that seamlessly merge in this creation. As we gaze upon this historical artifact held at Humboldt-Universitaet in Berlin, we are transported back to an era where technology was rapidly advancing. This print invites us to ponder how such groundbreaking inventions paved the way for modern-day automation and artificial intelligence. Through Bridgeman Images' lens, we can appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its significance as a symbol of innovation. This artwork reminds us that even centuries ago, humans were driven by their insatiable desire for progress and discovery.
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