Inspired by the steam-powered machinery of the 19th century and his love of insects, a toy engineer set out to create intricate mechanical pieces out of real bugs.
Xian Qiwen turns beetles, spiders, and scorpions into immaculate steampunk sculptures decked with gems and motors.
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Producer and Videographer: Frentee Ji Narration: Gavin Huang Editors: Frentee Ji and Hanley Chu Mastering: Victor PeΓ±a