Probošt's crib, Mechanical nativity scene in Třebechovice pod Orebem, Czech Republic
Description
Probošt's crib is a mechanical nativity scene made of wood that houses more than 2000 carved figures and components, displayed in a museum in Třebechovice pod Orebem. The work presents different scenes with detailed craftsmanship, with each figure carefully fashioned from timber.
History
Josef Probošt, Josef Kapucián, and Josef Friml created this mechanical nativity scene in the early 1900s, completing it in 1906. The work was later designated a national cultural monument, confirming its importance as a testament to Czech craft heritage.
Culture
The name honors Josef Probošt, one of the craftsmen who created this work, and the carved figures depict scenes from Jesus's life and birth with meticulous handwork. The wooden characters tell stories that visitors today can understand in the same way as people did when they first watched the movements unfold.
Practical
Visitors can view this crib at a museum that opens most days of the week with regular hours for viewing. Access is straightforward, and guests are encouraged to check current opening times in advance since schedules may shift seasonally.
Did you know?
The crib runs on an electric motor system that coordinates the movements of wooden figures, bringing them to life. This technical detail from an era before modern automation shows how resourcefully craftspeople created motion in their work.
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