Michael Harvey Ceramic Tank Top Vase | Postmodern Pop Art 1980s
Michael Harvey Ceramic Tank Top Vase | Postmodern Pop Art 1980s
Your “basic” just got an upgrade.
In the 1980s, Michael Harvey’s trompe-l'œil ceramics playfully blurred the lines between everyday objects and fine art, a direct nod to the era's fascination with consumer culture.
Check out the detail: a simple blue-gray undershirt, with every rib and fold frozen. The bisque ceramic surface is matte and textural, mimicking cotton but with a satisfying weight.
This piece is both functional and fundamentally witty. It’s a subtle wink at Pop Art and the history of ceramics, perfect for displaying dried botanicals or simply standing alone as a conversational sculpture.
Condition: Excellent
Key Features & Benefits:
Era / Movement: Postmodern Pop Art, 1980s.
Material / Construction: Bisque Ceramic with a textural, matte finish.
Maker / Provenance: Original work by Canadian artist Michael Harvey.
Style / Design Notes:Trompe-l'œil tank top form; functions as both sculpture and vessel.
Care & Maintenance Tip: Dust gently with a dry brush.
Turn everyday wear into display-worthy art.
Black & Gold Condition Guide
✨ We believe every piece tells a story — here’s how we describe the chapters they’ve lived so far:
Mint / Like New Practically time-traveled. Looks as though it’s never been used. Crisp, clean, and flawless.
Excellent Well-preserved with only the most minor signs of age (think a faint scratch or two, visible only if you squint). Structurally sound and show-stopping.
Very Good Loved and cared for. Some small signs of wear — maybe light surface marks, gentle fading, or a touch of patina — but nothing that distracts from its beauty or function.
Good Has earned its character. Noticeable wear such as scratches, discoloration, or finish loss, all consistent with age and use. Still fully functional and fabulous.
Well-Loved / As-Is This one has stories to tell. Expect visible flaws or wear (chips, cracks, missing parts), but still worthy for display, repurposing, or as a collector’s gem.
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