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Consignment / Call Busacca Gallery for price / This unbelievably original, one-of-a-kind vintage piece of handcrafted steampunk hot rod racer dragster art is absolutely amazing. A giant dragster racer art sculpture signed by Baron Margo from Los Angeles, circa 1989. Beautifully handmade by artist Baron Margo, this rare one-of-a-kind dragster racer features an aircraft aluminum body with amazing brass rivet work. It is constructed with many found recycled materials and parts, and the wheels turn and roll. In very good original condition, the materials used include metal, aluminum, brass, clay, and resin. The production technique involved is metalwork, and its region of origin is California, USA. The subject of this incredible artwork is steam-punk Arts and Crafts art, and it was produced during the time period of 1980-1989. Dimensions: LENGTH: 6 ft. WIDTH: rear 12", front 9" HEIGHT: rear 15", front 5" Artist Bio: Baron Margo is a prolific Los Angeles artist whose unique metal works include robots,space-crafts,whimsical metal creatures as well as concept metal cars, boats, planes and trains.

Steampunk art, with its intriguing blend of Victorian aesthetics and futuristic technology, emerged as a distinctive subgenre in the late 20th century. Rooted in the literary works of authors like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, steampunk emphasizes a reimagined past where steam power reigns supreme. The art movement extends beyond literature, finding expression in various visual forms, including sculpture and design. A notable influence on steampunk art is the Arts and Crafts movement, which originated in the late 19th century. This movement, led by prominent figures like William Morris, championed craftsmanship and the use of traditional techniques. Arts and Crafts ideals resonate with steampunk's emphasis on handmade creations and the repurposing of materials. Both movements share a fascination with found objects, incorporating discarded items into their creations to imbue them with history and character. The marriage of steampunk and Arts and Crafts philosophies results in a unique artistic approach that celebrates ingenuity, craftsmanship, and a whimsical reimagining of bygone eras.