Low Bowl with Wide Rim 1929

Editor: Here we have Michel Cardew's "Low Bowl with Wide Rim," its date is unknown, but Cardew lived 1901-1983. It’s a humble ceramic object. What’s significant about a functional item being in the Tate Collection? Curator: It highlights the blurring lines between craft and fine art in the 20th century. Cardew was part of a larger Arts and Crafts movement revival, emphasizing handmade objects against mass production. The Tate's acquisition suggests a growing appreciation for the social and aesthetic value of these crafts. Editor: So its placement reflects a cultural shift in what we consider valuable art? Curator: Precisely. It challenges traditional hierarchies and invites us to consider the socio-political implications of elevating everyday objects. It prompts the question: Who decides what’s worthy of museum space? Editor: I never thought of it that way, thanks!