Casanova

Casanova is a charming example of mid-1960s electro-mechanical (EM) pinball, released by Williams on November 22, 1966, during the golden age of EM design. Designed by the legendary Steve Kordek with artwork by Christian Marche, this two-player machine pairs a distinguished creative team with one of the era's more playful themes, and a confirmed production run of 3,575 units.

Key gameplay features include two flippers, three pop bumpers, and two slingshots, which work in conjunction with five standup targets to create an engaging and challenging experience. The machine's signature feature is its mechanical backbox animation: at the end of each ball in play, a captive ball is shot into a bagatelle in the backbox for a bonus score, a clever design element that adds an extra layer of excitement to every game.

Casanova's theme, centered on the historical romancer Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798), is a departure from more common pinball motifs of the time. The real Casanova led a varied life across Europe as an adventurer, soldier, spy, gambler, diplomat, and writer, though he is popularly remembered as a romancer of women - a reputation to which Christian Marche's artwork happily attests. For collectors, Casanova offers a distinctive slice of Williams' EM history.