The Palace of Hellbrunn was a favorite place for us to visit on our days off from shooting the film. Under Archbishop Andreas Jakob von Dietrichstein (1747-1753), A Mechanical Theatre was constructed on the site of the old Forge Grotto among the trick fountains. This original showpiece, which has been preserved to the present day, shows the life and activity of a small Baroque city. Over 100 figures are moved and a mechanical organ is played by the power of water.

Hellbrunn, Austria

Photograph handpainted with oils