Pappagrillo

The Pappagrillo is a wooden mechanical puzzle to build from the Les Idées de Merlin collection, a series where science, engineering, and imagination come together to create models that are as playful as they are fascinating. This unique character is inspired by ancient Tuscan evenings , where Pappagrillo is known as a talking, chatty, and omniscient cricket , who has become a mythical figure recounted throughout the world.

When ideas are rooted in science, they captivate with their logic and precision. When they spring from the imagination, they acquire an almost magical dimension. Pappagrillo perfectly embodies this encounter between mechanical rationality and creative poetry. Through the meticulous assembly of parts, the player gradually brings to life a mechanical parrot full of character.

The model is made up of 50 precisely cut birch plywood pieces , ensuring smooth and enjoyable assembly. Each construction step encourages careful observation of the shapes, an understanding of the internal mechanisms, and the correct order for assembling the pieces. The goal is not simply to build an object, but to grasp the logic behind its operation.

Thanks to built-in automatons and the symbolic assistance of Merlin the wizard , Pappagrillo comes to life once the model is assembled, transforming the build into an immersive and rewarding experience. The relatively short assembly time makes this model accessible while still offering genuine enjoyment.

Once assembled, Pappagrillo becomes an original decorative object , both elegant and playful, that immediately catches the eye. At the crossroads of a construction toy , a mechanical puzzle , and a collectible , it also makes an original gift idea for lovers of wooden creations, playful engineering, and worlds inspired by magic.

Product information:

• Wooden mechanical puzzle to build
  
• Type: Set composed of 50 elements
  
• Objective : Build the figure with the supplied parts.
  
• Construction time: approximately 43 minutes
• Material: natural wood
  
• Construction dimensions: 10.5 x 13 x 21 cm
• Recommended age: 14 years and older

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