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We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00 to 5:00. Closing for the holidays Dec 24 at 2:00 thru Jan 1, 2021.
We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00 to 5:00. Closing for the holidays Dec 24 at 2:00 thru Jan 1, 2021.

Michael Klapthor

Michael Klapthor

"I have a strong interest in figurative work, specifically using physicality to convey thoughts and emotions.  This has been a common trend in much of my clay work throughout my artistic career.  Each sculpture becomes a character that tells a small piece of their story. 

In my current series, I'm using altered forms from the wheel as my sole building material to construct sculptures that have a 1950's science fiction aesthetic.  The rounded, even forms I can create on a potter's wheel lend themselves easily to recreating this look, and the metal-rich clay and stains I use add rusty, worn character to each piece.  The result for me is a studio full of robots and ray-guns that I hope will resonate with my audience about fun and nostalgia, but also thinking of new ways to employ traditional mediums."

  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    MJ-4, Dancing Droid

    MJ-4 Dancing Droid is from Michael Klapthor’s Universal Robots series. This work is handmade of clay. The measurements are 9 x 8.5 x 6.5”. Referenc...

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  • Sold
    $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 5 x 6 x 3.5”. Reference MKR70 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Tumbler/Vase

    This whimsical robot can double as a tumbler or a small vase. It brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 6.25 x 3.25”. Ref...

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  • Sold
    $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Rocket Vase

    This rocket vase is perfect for a small bouquet of flowers and brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 13 x 6.5 x 5”. Refe...

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  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Tumbler/Vase

    This whimsical robot can double as a tumbler or a small vase. It brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 6.25 x 3.25”. Ref...

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  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Tumbler/Vase

    This whimsical robot can double as a tumbler or a small vase. It brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 6.25 x 3.25”. Ref...

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  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 5 x 6 x 3.5”. Reference MKR69 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    KP-5, Dancing Droid

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 10 x 8 x 7”. Reference MKR78 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    YK-7, Dancing Droid

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 9 x 7.5 x 5.5”. Reference MKR51 if calling the gallery to inq...

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  • $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Yellow Rocket

    This whimsical rocket brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It can sit upright on a table, or it can easily be hung to create a rock...

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  • Sold
    $400
    Michael Klapthor

    Therapy Robot (Sympathy Mode)

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 13 x 9 x 7”. Reference MKR81 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • Sold
    $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Orange Rocket

    This whimsical rocket brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It can sit upright on a table, or it can easily be hung to create a rock...

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  • $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Green Rocket

    This whimsical rocket brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It can sit upright on a table, or it can easily be hung to create a rock...

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  • Sold
    $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 5 x 6 x 3.5”. Reference MKR74 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $350
    Michael Klapthor

    ZM-121, Robot Sentry

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 12 x 8 x 6.6”. Reference MKR64 if calling the gallery to inqu...

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  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    HY-8, Action Droid

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 7.5 x 8 x 7”. Reference MKR75 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Rocket Vase

    This rocket vase is perfect for a small bouquet of flowers and brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 13.75 x 6.5 x 5”. R...

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  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Tumbler/Vase

    This whimsical robot can double as a tumbler or a small vase. It brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 6.25 x 3.25”. Ref...

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  • $60
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 5 x 6 x 3.5”. Reference MKR84 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $55
    Michael Klapthor

    Tumbler/Vase

    This whimsical robot can double as a tumbler or a small vase. It brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. It measures 6.25 x 3.25”. Ref...

    View full details
  • $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Rocket Vase

    This rocket vase is perfect for a small bouquet of flowers and brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. IIt measures 14 x 6.5 x 5”. Ref...

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