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Switzerland’s timeless art mechanics embraces 3D future By AFP - Feb 02,2021 - Last updated at Feb 02,2021 Swiss master Francois Junod works on a moving mechanical artwork in his workshop in Sainte-Croix on January 19 (AFP photo by Fabrice Coffrini) SAINTE-CROIX, Switzerland — In his snow-bound workshop, Swiss master Francois Junod’s moving mechanical artworks whir into action: birds whistle, historical luminaries write poetry — traditional craftsmanship newly recognised as being among the world’s cultural heritage. In the Jura mountains running along the French-Swiss border, the p...

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ARTS / CULTURE & LEISURE By AFP Published: Jan 25, 2021 04:58 PM Heads used for the molding of parts of moving mechanical artworks at the workshop of Swiss master Francois Junod in Sainte-Croix  Photo: AFP Francois Junod works on a moving mechanical artwork in his workshop in Sainte-Croix on January 19. Photo: AFPIn his snow-bound workshop, Swiss master Francois Junod's moving mechanical artworks whir into action: birds whistle, historical luminaries write poetry - traditional craftsmanship newly recognized as being among the world's cultural heritage. In the Jura mountains running alon...

In his snow-bound workshop, Swiss master Francois Junod’s moving mechanical artworks whir into action: birds whistle, historical luminaries write poetry – traditional craftsmanship newly recognised as being among the world’s cultural heritage.