Recycled Metal Offset Print Unique Sculpture from Mexico, "Rustic Printer"
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Armando Ramirez masterfully transmits the printer's deep concentration as he transforms auto parts and scrap metal into an expressive sculpture. The man's body is a recycled spark plug, his limbs are shaped from thick wires and his head is made from a round point discarded from a die machine. Ramirez uses a bicycle chain, a bearing, thick wires, nails and other discarded pieces to sculpt the legendary printing machine.
Ramírez prefers not to give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.
- 1.02 kgs
- 2.2 lbs
- 14 cm H x 11.5 cm W x 14 cm D
- 5.5" H x 4.5" W x 5.5" D
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Holly
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06/17/2016
"A little nostalgia!"
When I started working at the Veteran's Hospital, I taught printing and graphics as a part of Rehabilitation. One of the parts I liked best was letter-press printing, on our old Chandler & Price Press. It was cantankerous, but did great work for MANY years! It's a great reminder of the"Good Old Days".
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Teri
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12/02/2016
"It will have a permanent place on his desk!"
This was a gift for my brother who retired from theprinting trade after 50 years. It prompted a explanation of how the press worked. Armando did an excellent job of recreating it in such a fun way.
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- This was a gift for: Brother
- Occasion: Retirement
Kendra
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06/16/2016
"Great Christmas Gift!"
I bought this for my dad and it was a huge hit! Shipping was fast and item arrived in great condition. Im very happy with my purchase and Ill be buying more from this artisan in the future!
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Shannon
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03/08/2024
"Love it!!"
I had to wait a bit until this beautiful piece became available again. It just arrived the other day and I love it. Ill be gifting it soon and know the recipient will just love it.
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: thank you
Entropy
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03/05/2024
"Love this artist!!"
We now have at least 4-5 pieces from Armando Ramirez. His talent is phenomenal! This was purchased for our youngest son to hang his car keys and Covid mask on,in his room. This was one of those gifts that is soooo hard to let go of and actually give away. I would love one of just about everything of Armando Ramirez ,we have his amazing deer sculpture that has a place for a votive candle and it is hands down my most favorite piece of art!! Highly recommend getting something from this amazing artist ! His small people sculptures have made charming gifts through the years but his larger work is absolutely exquisite!!!
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- Art, decorative, and art collection
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- This was a gift for: Son
- Occasion: Christmas
Sandra
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12/14/2023
"Clever auto part sculpture"
I bought one of these pediatricians for my nephew who is a pediatrician. He loves it and told me it is very cute.I also bought one for my personal doctor. She loves hers, too.Armando Ramirez is very creative--a true artisan.. I have bought several of his sculptures and have loved every one of them and so have the peopleI have given them to.. I turned the Barber sculpture into a Retinologist giving an eye injection. When I look at them, they do not seem like they are made out of scrap auto parts. All I see is a delightful showpiece.
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