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Repurposed Robot Sculptures

These Fantastic Robot Sculptures are Made with Vintage Materials

— April 23, 2013 — Art & Design
Sci-fi fans everywhere will enjoy artist Javier Arcos Pitarque’s robot sculptures. These amazing robots were constructed from vintage items such as radios, cameras, tin cans and electric shavers. Pitarque took other people's trash and turned it into geeky treasure. Most of the items used were found at the flea market, or at garage sales.

These unique sculptures were made by taking apart these vintage items and putting them together again in an imaginative and cool way. One of the best things about these incredible robot creations is that they take these old, outdated antiques and turn them into something more futuristic and modern. Each of these outstanding robot sculptures is completely original, differing in size and shape. These vintage-looking robots are as impressive as they are awesome.
Trend Themes
1. Vintage-inspired Art - Creating art with repurposed vintage items presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation and unique storytelling.
2. Eco-friendly Sculptures - Optimizing the use of old and discarded materials for art creates an opportunity for eco-conscious entrepreneurship.
3. Upcycling Movement - The use of repurposed materials in art indicates a trend towards sustainability and reducing waste in creative industries.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore repurposing vintage items and upcycling as a way to create unique and eco-friendly art pieces.
2. Sustainability and Environmentalism - The popularity of upcycling and using old, discarded materials can be an opportunity for the sustainability industry to promote eco-consciousness in creative sectors.
3. Antiques and Crafts - The upcycling trend can change the way antiques and crafts industries value old objects by promoting creativity and giving them new life as artistic pieces.
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