Trompe-l'Œil Ceramic Vase in the Shape of a Knotted Bag with Floral Decoration. Work

This vase plays the trompe-l'œil of a tied fabric bag: the ceramic captures the folds, gathers, and the tightening link with striking naturalism. The polychrome glaze depicts a fabric with a stylised floral pattern on bright yellow and orange backgrounds, and the gathered neck naturally forms the opening of the vase. The shine of the glaze enhances the illusion of waxed textile. This type of trompe-l'œil ceramic, full of humour, is part of the pop movement of the 1970s, when European workshops — particularly Italian ones — cleverly repurposed everyday objects, in the spirit of the ceramic "crumpled bags" of the time. Condition report: Good overall condition. Bright glaze and fresh polychromy. A witty object, whether as a vase or simply displayed as a sculpture on a shelf or console.