Upcycled Claptrap
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Claptrap is gaming's most lovable disaster — all chaotic energy, misplaced confidence, and surprisingly deep heart. This sculpture, built entirely from reclaimed e-waste and found technology, captures all of that in three dimensions. Every component of this piece was headed for a landfill before it became Claptrap.
This is pure e-waste upcycling at its most expressive — no luxury materials, no designer hardware, just discarded electronics reimagined into one of gaming's most iconic characters. The result is a piece that feels as if it were assembled in Pandora itself. With Borderlands 4 releasing in 2025, there's never been a better time to own a piece of the franchise's history — and this sculpture predates the latest chapter by nearly a decade.
Materials: Reclaimed e-waste, discarded electronics, and found objects.
Dimensions: 18"H × 29"W × 14"D
Completed: 2016
Edition: Limited Edition 1 of 1 — signed with certificate of authenticity
Upcycled Claptrap - pays tribute to one of gaming’s most iconic robots from Borderlands through the creative use of reclaimed technology. Handcrafted by Gabriel Dishaw from e-waste and found materials, this sculpture transforms discarded electronics into a character full of humor and personality. Upcycled Claptrap embodies the spirit of innovation and sustainability, turning tech waste into a collectible piece of gaming-inspired art.
Dimensions:
Height: 18 inches
Width: 29 inches
Depth: 14 inches
Date Completed: 5-15-2016
