Mr Robot

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Mr Robot, manufactured by Yonezawa, Japan, 1960s, for Cragstan, USA

This rare tinplate model shared some aspects of its design with the earlier design of Mr Robot in 1961. Powered by battery, with swivelling dome lights atop its head and the ability to carry out simple manouevres, this toy robot helped to set public perceptions of the future of robots in the wider world.

Details

Category:
Human Robotics
Object Number:
2015-445
Materials:
tin plated
Measurements:
overall: 290 mm x 130 mm x 115 mm,
type:
robot and toy - recreational artefact
credit:
Purchased from Timea Vincze