Former magician creates a wine rack that makes bottles disappear

No, I'm not a wine drinker, but I wouldn't mind having this thing in my kitchen right now. It's called the Pinetti, and was designed by Tony Potter, a former illusionist and magician. For $295, Harlequin Illusions will sell you this beautifully finished wine rack that always looks empty when viewed from the side. Seriously, I spent way too long staring at the wooden rack trying to figure out the secret behind the clever optical illusion. Apparently it has all to do with a mirror placed strategically inside, which reflects the empty side of the Pinetti.

[h/t: Bless this Stuff]

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