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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."

  • $1,200
    Michael Klapthor

    Be Still

    This sculpture captures a sense of wonder known previously only to humans. This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a spac...

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  • $450
    Michael Klapthor

    Sprout Ray

    This whimsical ray gun brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. Please reference MKR238 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $400
    Michael Klapthor

    SkeleNaut

    Sure this robot could be a bit more fleshed out, but you have to admit its got some great bones. This whimsical robot brings personality and light-...

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  • $1,200
    Michael Klapthor

    Blooming Rust

    This sculpture captures a sense of wonder known previously only to humans. This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a spac...

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  • $1,100
    Michael Klapthor

    Power Down

    This peaceful robot shows a peaceful meeting of the natural and industrial world. This piece measures 8.5 x 18.5 x 15.5" and is made of stoneware....

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  • $2,000
    Michael Klapthor

    Mutually

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece measures 20.5 x 17 x 21" and is made of stoneware. Please ref...

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  • Sold
    $65
    Michael Klapthor

    Bulbot Mug

    This robot mug is the perfect vessel for your morning jet fuel! It measures approximately 5 x 5.5 x 3.5” and is made of stoneware. Please refere...

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  • $65
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug is the perfect vessel for your jet fuel! It measures approximately 5 x 6 x 5.5” and is made of stoneware. Please reference MKR263...

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  • $65
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug is the perfect vessel for your jet fuel! It measures approximately 5 x 6 x 5.5” and is made of stoneware. Please reference MKR264...

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  • $65
    Michael Klapthor

    Robot Mug

    This robot mug is the perfect vessel for your jet fuel! It measures approximately 5 x 6 x 5.5” and is made of stoneware. Please reference MKR267...

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  • Sold
    $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Rocket Sculpture

    This fun rocket sculpture brings excitement and whimsy to any space. It can be displayed by standing it on its legs or hung from the ceiling with ...

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  • Sold
    $150
    Michael Klapthor

    Rocket Sculpture

    This fun rocket sculpture brings excitement and whimsy to any space. It can be displayed by standing it on its legs or hung from the ceiling with ...

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  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    Ray-Gun Vase

    This fun rocket sculpture brings excitement and whimsy to any space. It can be displayed by standing it on its legs or hung from the ceiling with ...

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  • $200
    Michael Klapthor

    Dance Droid

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece  is made of stoneware and measures 11 x 8.5 x 5". Please refe...

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  • $250
    Michael Klapthor

    CompBot Sculpture

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece measures 10 x 5.5 x 5" and is made of stoneware. Please refer...

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  • Sold
    $125
    Michael Klapthor

    UFO Lidded Bowl

    This whimsical UFO brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece  measures 6.5 x 6" and is made of stoneware. Please reference M...

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  • Sold
    $125
    Michael Klapthor

    UFO Lidded Bowl

    This whimsical UFO brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece  measures 6.5 x 6" and is made of stoneware. Please reference M...

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  • Sold
    $60
    Michael Klapthor

    Salt Bot

    This whimsical robot is the perfect kitchen sidekick to hold salts or spices. This piece is made of stoneware and measures 5.25 x 4". Please refer...

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  • $60
    Michael Klapthor

    Salt Bot

    This whimsical robot is the perfect kitchen sidekick to hold salts or spices. This piece is made of stoneware and measures 4.75 x 3.5:. Please ref...

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  • Sold
    $60
    Michael Klapthor

    Salt Bot

    This whimsical robot is the perfect kitchen sidekick to hold salts or spices. This piece is made of stoneware and measures 5.5 3.75". Please refer...

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  • $400
    Michael Klapthor

    Walker Robot

    This whimsical robot brings personality and light-hearted fun to a space. This piece measures approximately 9 x 8" is made of stoneware. Please re...

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