The stunning brass and aluminum engines designed by German company Bohm Stirling Technik are functional as well as beautiful. These phenomenal small engines make movement an art form.
These incredible engines are definitely considered collectors items, since there have only been 20 produced so far. Some have been assembled into tiny brass and aluminum vehicles, while others are sold with just an assembly kit for mechanics who want to try their hand at putting these gorgeous models together.
This item is a must have for model train collectors. It gives observers joy just to watch these little brass and aluminum creations at work. They move with grace and look completely luxurious while doing it. These tiny magical engines are amazing on their own as works of art, or in a model car, as functional auto parts.
What's Driving This Trend
- Functional Art
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- Collectibles Market
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Who This Affects Most
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