Astro Boy

Details

A playful nod to the video and arcade era, Astro Boy is a one-of-a-kind mixed media sculpture by artist Bob Stern. At the center of the figure is a vintage Japanese pachinko machine, surrounded by architectural salvage, antique hardware, and found objects dating from the mid-1800s through the 1960s. Stern transforms these unexpected pieces into a colorful, character-filled sculpture that celebrates nostalgia, ingenuity, and the art of repurposing.

Original Components

• Head: Hat brim mold — circa 1920, Chicago
• Eyes: Tin ceiling — circa 1880, Cleveland
• Eyes: Keyhole escutcheons — circa 1890, Chicago
• Eyebrows: Typewriter parts — circa 1900, New York
• Smile: Typewriter keys — circa 1910, New York
• Neck: Bedpost part — circa 1860, Ohio
• Shoulders: Corbels — circa 1870, Parkersburg
• Arms: Cannonball bed posts — circa 1850, Ohio
• Chest: Pachinko machine — circa 1960, Japan
• Briefs: Timken production mold — circa 1920, Canton, Ohio
• Legs: Table legs — circa 1900, Ohio

Dimensions Approximate
32" Width × 81" Height × 8" Depth

Materials
Mixed Media, Architectural Salvage, Antique Hardware, Reclaimed Wood, Metal, Vintage Pachinko Machine, Found Objects

Care and Use
Handle with care when moving. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth.