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.
When a tank top turns into a sculpture — and doubles as a vase. This Michael Harvey original transforms the everyday into the extraordinary. In the 1980s, Harvey’s trompe-l'œil ceramics blurred lines between object and art, drawing on Postmodern Pop’s fascination with consumer culture. An undershirt — pale blue-gray, folds frozen mid-slouch — becomes bisque ceramic, matte and textural like cotton yet weighty in the hand. At once witty and functional, it’s a vessel that mocks the very idea of vessels. Place dried flowers in it, or let it stand alone: either way, it’s a wink at art history wrapped in humor. Carefully curated so you can collect with confidence.
Condition: Excellent
Key Features & Benefits:
Designed by Canadian artist Michael Harvey
Postmodern Pop Art era, 1980s
Unglazed bisque ceramic with matte finish
Trompe-l'œil tank top form with folds and stitching detail
Functions as a vase and as sculpture
Collectible work merging function and wit
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.
All Sales Final on Vintage Scores!
Since these finds are true blasts from the past, we can't offer returns on vintage items. But fret not, treasure hunters! We meticulously curate our collection, so you can be sure you're getting pieces in good to mint condition, with only the coolest signs of wear that tell their unique story. Check out the pics to get a closer look!
