Michael Harvey Ceramic Ribbed Tank Top Vase 1970’s. Iconic Pop Art, Canadian.

Michael Harvey Ceramic Ribbed Tank Top Vase 1970’s. Iconic Pop Art, Canadian. This sculptural vase, made entirely of clay, mimics a ribbed cotton tank top, complete with a realistic sewn-in tag. Iconic ribbed tank top T-shirt vase designed by Michael Harvey (British/Canadian, 1931-2013) in the 1970s. This unique pop art sculpture, with incredible attention to detail, is not just decorative but also functional. Michael Harvey's pieces are rare and are no longer in production. Invest in a Canadian iconic objet and instalment in pop art history. Marked "Harvey, Made in CA, 100% Clay, S/P" in English and French. The label reads “HARVEY / Made in Canada / 100% Clay,” and includes faux washing symbols. This form of trompe-l'œil ceramic art is associated with conceptual and sculptural ceramic practices that blur the line between function and illusion. Glazed and unglazed ceramic (clay body) Realistic sculpted sleeveless undershirt (tank top) Excellent, no chips, cracks, or repairs, 1mm of minor discolouration on the back. Noted for its satirical reference to everyday apparel rendered in an unexpected medium. Conceptual cleverness, technical execution, and novelty appeal to collectors of contemporary ceramics. The colour is double cream, not stark white. The exterior finish is matte with rough ribbed texture and interior is a smooth satin finish. L: 5.75” H: 7.25” W: 2.5”