“Raw industrial steel with a living, wind-powered rhythm.”
Starbound stands 67 inches tall — and it’s hard to ignore.
I stripped down a discarded spice rack, rebuilt it into a winding vertical structure, and topped it with a vintage ventilation wheel and thrifted metal star. When the wind catches the top, it moves back and forth.
That movement is what changes the piece. Heavy industrial steel stays firmly grounded below while the star above responds to the air around it.
Scrapped iron. Kinetic movement. Built to sway.
Where It Belongs
Made for a space where it can stand tall and move. Perfect for a high-ceiling entryway, open studio, patio, or garden where the wind can reach the kinetic top. At 67 inches tall, Starbound is a true focal point.
The Details
◆ Dimensions: 67" H × 26" W × 24" D
◆ Type: One-of-a-kind kinetic floor sculpture
◆ Movement: Top section moves back and forth with wind and air currents
◆ Materials: Deconstructed metal spice rack, vintage ventilation wheel, thrifted metal star, and heavy steel base
◆ Finish: Rich rustic patina, hand-sealed for indoor or outdoor display
◆ Signed Original: By artist Doris Plaichner
◆ Local Pickup: Free pickup available in Mesa, AZ — McKellips & Val Vista
◆ Shipping: Available throughout the USA; carefully packed for transit
One sculpture. One owner. No reproductions.
Priced to find a home, not sit in a warehouse.
Handcrafted. Kinetic. Completely one of a kind. Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever.
