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How Iron Man Shoulda Looked (if he wasn't all CGI)

Kogoro Kurata, master ironsmith, known for his massive, impressive metalworking. His creations are awe-inspiring. Any blacksmith or engineer would agree.

Kurata:

"Being an artisan means you need skills first. However in my case, I want to make something first and then learn the skills necessary to make it, then I perfect it as I go. Traditionally, like a hundred years ago, iron work in Japan was very limited and earlier craftsmen essentially made only swords, or used iron for structures and other light industry, as far as I know."

His magnificent creations include the ScopeDog (a huge robot straight out of Votoms), a vintage dial phone computer mouse, a typewriter keyboard, and more.

The ScopeDog:

Large robotic figure in an industrial setting.

Excavator attachment with multiple buckets in a workshop.

The iMac configuration - mouse and keyboard:

Vintage writing desk with an antique typewriter and a chair.

Antique typewriter and vintage telephone on a wooden desk.

Vintage typewriter with yellow keys on a wooden surface.

Musical instruments:

Musical instruments: a traditional string instrument and a zither.

Artistic sculpture of a cello displayed against a neutral background.

Violin stand and detailed view of violin necks.

Previously, Japanese Built Mini Fiat Cinque Tank-Tractor.

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