World Machine, Kinetic sculpture in Edelsbach bei Feldbach, Austria.
The World Machine measures 6 meters in length, 3 meters in height, and 2 meters in width, featuring multiple electric motors that power its moving components.
Franz Gsellmann started constructing the World Machine in 1958 after visiting the Atomium at the Brussels World Exposition, dedicating 23 years to complete this mechanical creation.
The installation represents a combination of technical ingenuity and artistic expression, earning recognition as a protected monument in the Austrian cultural heritage list.
The World Machine operates daily from 10 AM to 5 PM except Tuesdays, with guided tours available to observe the intricate mechanical movements and electrical systems.
The activation of the World Machine initially required so much electrical power that it temporarily disrupted the electricity supply to the entire village of Edelsbach.
Location: Edelsbach bei Feldbach
Inception: 1958
Creator: Franz Gsellmann
Address: Kaag 12
Website: http://weltmaschine.at
GPS coordinates: 47.01639,15.82111
Latest update: June 6, 2025 15:07
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