A tapered glass cylinder (with an electric
lamp inside) and with metal fittings at each end extends from
the rear of the cast metal peacock's body, and goes through to
the backside of the mirrored tail, where it is mechanically
supported. Behind the peacock assembly there is a round leather
belt and pulley system that causes the Peacock's lighted tail to
rotate whenever the instrument is in operation, producing a
colorful effect on the semi-circle of carefully fitted mirrors. |