Animals and Insects Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts


French artist Edouard Martinet assembles faithful interpretations of birds, crustaceans, insects, and other creatures with countless objects from discarded bicycles, cars, and household objects. A bicycle pump forms the abdomen of a dragonfly, windshield wipers serve as the legs of a fly, or the metal logos of a bicycle manufacturer are layered to create the dense scales of a fish. All the more incredible considering Martinet never welds or solders his pieces, but instead uses only screws or fasteners, selecting only the perfect components that “fit” each assemblage like a puzzle.

Black Swift Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Robin. Bronze Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Praying Mantis Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Fly Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Dragonfly Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Toad Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts

Sardine Sculptures Made from Bicycle, Car and Motorcycle Parts