Brafa 2017: Jacques Nève and Robert-Houdin's Three-Mystery Clock

Jacques Nève presents the “Three-Mystery Clock” by Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin, of circa 1850, at the international Brussels Art Fair (BRAFA) 2017. The fair will take place between 21 and 29 January at Tour & Taxis Brussels. More information at www.brafa.art. Crystal, patinated and gilded bronze. Signed on the dial: Robert-Houdin/Paris. All his life, Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin was ruled by his passion, or mania, to invent and perfect, never ceasing to surprise and fascinate; his scientific and technical innovations as well as his remarkable talent as a magician secured his place in history.