The modern antique sorcerer, life as an antiquarian horologist

The video features an antiquarian horologist who discusses the importance of preserving horological objects. The speaker, one of the few with a master's in horological conservation, works on automata and micro mechanics, viewing them as early forms of artificial intelligence. The restoration process involves creating parts from scratch to revive these intricate machines. The speaker emphasizes the cultural significance and craftsmanship of these objects, which were originally made without modern technology.

In what ways does the speaker believe these objects contribute to cultural heritage?

What does the speaker mean by saying horologists were believed to be sorcerers?