Ausstellung: Sabor

100 years ago, in 1923, 13-year-old August Huber in Teufen dreamed of something that has always fascinated mankind: the creation of a human likeness. With technical creativity and skill, he developed one of Europe's first machine men - Sabor. This mechanical marvel, which could walk, wave, talk and even smoke, saw the light of day at a time when robotics was still in its infancy.

The "Sabor" exhibition sheds light on the incredible story of this friendly giant, which is 2.37 meters tall, weighs 270 kilograms and has 500 meters of cable in its belly. Sabor's journey took him from the 1939 Landi in Zurich via international destinations such as Brussels and Finland to overseas.

Using previously unpublished archive material, the exhibition traces Sabor's journey from Appenzell to the world. In five chapters, it documents his development, the technical details and curious anecdotes of his long journeys. One highlight is the photo series by LIFE Magazine photographer Ralph Crane, exhibited for the first time.

As a special experience, Sabor welcomes visitors in person. A cooperation with the Energiekosmos in Münchenstein - his new home - makes it possible to see him at his birthplace for the first time. Last but not least, as an inventor and designer, August Huber joins the ranks of Teufner Baumeister Grubenmann, who were driven by a similar curiosity in their work.

The exhibition is accompanied by a comprehensive catalog that documents Sabor's history and the spirit of the times from 1923 to 1970 in impressive photographs.


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