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1950’s Roadside Diner sign
With being obsessed with sign painting and design, coupled with years of collecting Polo combine to inspire this image of a 50s style sign ushering you towards Ralph Lauren …. Perhaps a chic motel , or eatery…or indeed to a town that takes the name. Welcome to all weary travelers !
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Flourished Horse
Original idea from Joseph Vaughan Here the famous Polo Horse a.k.a ‘Horsey’ is distilled and dissected by flourish patterns taken from calligraphy and sign painting. Really proud of this…..excited to explore more similar possibilities….watch this space !
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Pop Art Polo
More Andy Warhol inspired Polo imagery.. Another iconic image from R.L the ‘Indian head’ as it is referred to, becomes pop art.
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Andy Bear
Here we further the idea of creating a whole Polo universe, in which famous images, products, logos and more have been given an R.L twist.. Now famous artists’ works are flipped to appeal to Polo aficionados and draw inspiration from the most famous pop artist in history, Andy Warhol. In some ways, Warhol has some…
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Polo Sportsman Poster
Vintage poster images remixed…. This poster’s image is very similar to a few Polo designs that have made appearances including the ‘Front page’ sweater (also made as a miniature further down this page) Simple, clean but also full of action, this striking image could surely be a new RL design just waiting in the vaults….
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R.L Express
Here is another repurposed poster which ultimately looks like it could be a real R.L advert.. All aboard the Ralph Lauren Express which has it’s nameplate adjusted to suit, indeed being a steam locomotive It had to be Double RL (Ralph’s vintage only label)…. Travel in elegance: RL furnishings throughout this superior locomotive!
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Route 67
Route 67 Another iconic sign from American history is redirected towards our beloved Ralph Lauren’s magic number. It’s funny, as, somewhere in my subconscious mind, perhaps, a recent pick up from a thrift store of a very similar idea was motivating me. That shirt is featured below….
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POLO WOOD
As well as famous products, famous landmarks and signs are also given an RL twist. Here is an iconic sign from a borough of LA proudly proclaiming a new territory….Polo Wood.. “Polo Good” or even “Polo’s good” were considered but we stay within known realms and birth a place which feels almost real…..think acres of…
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POLO Underground
A classic London ‘Underground’ poster The ‘underground’ is the colloquial name for the metro subway system that runs beneath London, U.K. Also, the term is used for those who operate in a covert or mysterious way, like collectors of Polo. Some Polo collectors, such as myself, when travelling to the RL mansion in London would…
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POLO COLA
Vintage Pepsi Cola becomes classic Polo Cola. For the sake of balance I have some ideas for a Coca Cola (transformed also to Polo Cola) in the pipeline but here is a completed image of an iconic brand becoming a Polo brand. Of course RL is known for clothing primarily but in the last decade…
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POLO BMX 2
A BMX poster again from the 1980s golden era of BMX overhauled to become an RL advert….. Here again we are reminded of the unique fashion choices of 80’s BMXers who used to sport motocross style pants and jerseys, however the sponsor logos now are all RL related..
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POLO BMX
An imaginary RL BMX poster …..I grew up in the 80s and was bitten by the BMX bug as it started across the world, about the same time that hip hop/breakdancing and graffiti also became popular. Here we see a very 1980’s image given the RL treatment….The rider , perhaps RL Osborn is given RL…
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Ralph Lauren Cycling Club poster
Polo cycling club poster For years I wished RL did more cycling themed stuff. There are many photos of Ralph himself enjoying riding a bike, and bikes share many similarities to his love of cars and other pieces of engineering excellence. RL did release some cycling related pieces over the years, some zip up jackets…
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R.L Olympic games
It’s July 1967 and the Ralph Lauren Olympic Games are about to commence. Sporting and sartorial elegance competes for R.L medals created by the best craftsmen in the world…..
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R.L Billiards Supply Co
Here is a poster advertising billiards supplies from R.L….again combining two personal favourite things in the world! Ralph Lauren and its attention to historically significant clothing styles with all of its fine detailing echoes this gentleman’s evening activity. We see two dapper gentlemen battling it out on the green baize, and 1867 as the established…
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RLX Batman
RLX Batman. Ralph Lauren design clothes that complete a look, be it tuxedo wearing cocktail sippers, fighter pilots or outdoorsmen ….the clothes allow the wearer to feel they have dressed in a complete theme. Also, RL took inspiration from and contributed to cinema in designing his clothes…. With all this in mind, here is Batman…
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Polo BMX cookie patch
Combines two life-long passions….Ralph and BMX. It’s funny, without realising it I was in synch with R.L’s output as they just released a load of cycling designs, though more of traditional road racer fare than BMX specific. I always felt that R.L should do more for cycling.There are many photos of Ralph himself enjoying it…
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Ralph Lauren Farming Equipment Supplies
Here a vintage poster design is given the RL overhaul……wouldnt tractors and other farming equipment be so much better if they were made by Ralph Lauren ? Surely everything would be more comfortable, reliable and ergonomic. In this poster , 1950’s style lettering which has been aged and a catchy byline of ‘polo power’ combine…
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POLO SCRIPT LOZENGE
Another early piece created on the ipad with Adobe Fresco. This lozenge shaped sign is in script lettering on a watercolour background…
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Nautical Cookie patch
Here is a quick visualisation of an idea for a nautical inspired cookie. The red/white/black circles that make up the main shape seem to suggest a ship’s lifesaver, further reflected by the sea blue in the centre….I went back over the lettering and distressed it to appear more aged.
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2024 update- new artwork
Some time has passed since my last contribution, as, for the last few years, I have relocated to SE Asia and have been busy sign painting in enamel paints for various businesses in Cambodia and Thailand. Learning the techniques used in traditional sign painting has been a long journey, one in which you never truly…
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Cold Wave Pants
This is a miniature representation of the very rare Cold Wave pants. Incredibly hard to find, they seem to be a baggy ski-pant trouser and part of the infamous Cold Wave /Snow Beach line from RL. In this sculpture I recreated the hanger you can get at the RL stores, complete with the brass clasps…
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‘Fantasy’ Grandma Bear Knit
Fantasy Grandma Bear Knit During the process of making these miniatures I inadvertently undertook research and information gathering on collectable Ralph Lauren pieces to help with the accuracy when recreating them and also to gauge consensus of opinions on which pieces constitute ‘Power Pieces’. Also along the way various stories surfaced of rarely seen, one-off…
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Polo Sport ‘Script’ Baseball Jacket
Polo Sport Ralph Lauren ‘Script’ Baseball Jacket. This another classic baseball jacket in red satin, its shiny effect recreated by use of a final coat of varnish and features the desirable ‘script’ style logo on the rear of jacket as well as on the front. The piece is made from coloured polymer clay, with the…
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Ralph Lauren Polo ‘Billiards’ Shirt
The Ralph Lauren Polo ‘Billiards’ polo shirt is another well loved piece recreated in miniature. This deep forest green cotton shirt is not the rarest piece ever but the jaunty graphics depicting pool tables,cues and balls makes it very unique. In fact it seems to be the only item with the Pool/Billiards theme. The deep…
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The Arnold Palmer Golf Shirt Miniature
The Arnold Palmer Golf Shirt is another of the golf related themed polo shirts released in the 90’s by Ralph Laueren. Very hard to find and thus very sought after, it features professional golfer Arnold Palmer pictured after launching his tee off shot. On the arm are found ‘POLO’, down the body ‘GOLF OPEN’ and…
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1992 Stadium Rasta Vest
A great and unusual piece…This Jamaican / African inspired three colour vest comes with the very desirable Stadium 1992 ‘Plate’ on the front and is a very rare piece. Worn in recent times by Snoop Dogg this is a great afro-centric piece for serious collectors only! Constructed in three different coloured fimo clays pushed…
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Cold Wave Hooded Jacket
The Cold Wave jacket is part of the Snow Beach line, incredibly rare and vibrant in its design..these particular lines rank amongst the most desirable for collectors This particular jacket is made of a green outer jacket with pockets and a red inner-lining and blue/purple arms with the ‘Cold Wave’ lettering. Inside this and…
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Polo USA Uni Badge Sweatshirt
The Polo USA ‘Uni Badge’ Sweatshirt. Currently the only miniature shirt that artist Joseph Vaughan has made featuring the highly regarded ‘Uni Badge’. This was a line of clothing that featured the ‘Uni badge’ logo. Possibly named after the ‘University’ type shield shape, the ‘Uni Badge’ can be found on rare sweaters, sweatshirts, jackets…
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Downhill Skier Sweater miniature
The Downhill Skier Sweater. Though not the rarest of items this lambswool ski neck sweater is still one of the most desirable knits. Simple and sleek in its design. Jet black wool with blood red ski man design who comes complete with an RL on his sweater. The red pinstripe running from the neck and…
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1992 Stadium Hurdle Man Jacket
Surely a stand out piece..This light summer zip-up jacket from the 1992 Stadium line is a sure fire hit among those lucky enough to own it. Another Dick Tahsin designed piece? Most probably… Blocks of bold red, green and blue provide the almost Mondrian background, in the foreground in mid-vault the hurdle man springs…
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93 Climb T shirt
This is an exceptionally rare piece….the 1993 Climb T shirt. Released as T-shirt, polo shirt with a collar, and also reportedly as a banner. It features a graphic of mountain climber who seems to not only be climbing a mountain but also through the lettering on the shirt. On the left sleeve we can also…
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Suicide Ski Coat
The Suicide Ski coat features a practically identical design to the sweatshirt (which is also featured as a miniature on this site) except for a difference to the placement of the four stars in the space at the top left of the design. Simple, bold and impactful, the design features an American flag background of…
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‘Fantasy’ Polo Sport Surfboard
Another unique and collectable fantasy piece of Polo Ralph Lauren sports equipment. This Polo Sport surfboard takes its graphic inspiration from a highly prized early Polo Sport logo known by collectors as the ‘Police Badge’ due to its shield shape resembling those worn or carried by police. On the underside the red outline motif is…
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Polo Cookie Sailboat Jacket Miniature
Another jacket featuring the nautical/ sailing theme, though this time a shorter bodied jacket and sporting the round ‘cookie’ patch. The impressive graphic on the rear features a sailboat with ‘R-89’on the finely rigged sailsand three sailors aboard. This is surrounded by a life bouy which features POLO stencilled letters, a cookie on the right…
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CP-92 Sailboat Coat Miniature
This is a miniature recreation of a hard to find Ralph Lauren sailing jacket sporting the ‘CP-92’ logo. During the 90’s Ralph Lauren released a series of clothing with this nautical themed sporting attire that was designed with sailing/yachting in mind. Waterproof jackets, often with ‘fireman’ type clasps, sweatshirts and other pieces could be found.…
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Letter from David Lauren, son of Ralph Lauren
Artist Joseph Vaughan writes : “I was recently very happy to receive a letter from David Lauren, son of Ralph Lauren regarding the miniatures i have been making. The story is that i was contacted by a lady at RLPC’s New York headquarters whereupon she explained she had come across this site and enquired for…
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The “Pepsi” Polo Sport cycling jacket
This Polo Sport jacket is known amongst collectors as the ‘Pepsi’ due to its colour scheme and graphic design being so similar to Pepsi cola can designs of the 80’s and 90’s. It is short in the body and has “P” type cookie emblems on each arm and neck, along with POLO printed at the…
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Ralph Lauren Clock Shirt miniature sculpture
Ralph Lauren Clock shirt. Though not the rarest of pieces this surely must rank highly in terms of the stark powerful impact of the white clocks against the black shirt. This is another design from the talented hand of RL graphic wizard, Richard Tahsin. Each clock contains roman numerals and each hand of the clock…
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The Indian Head Ski Goose miniature
An absolute classic from the vaults of vintage 90’s Ralph Lauren collectables. This is a highly regarded piece, featuring on the back the much loved ‘Indian Head’ graphic. This ‘Indian Head’ graphic recently reappeared on the Ralph Lauren diffusion line “Denim and Supply” faithfully recreated on T shirts which are very popular with collectors who…
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The ‘Martha Stewart’ Ski Knit sweater (unfinished)
This ski knit is known by collectors as the ‘Martha Stewart’ after the famous TV personality was seen wearing the slightly different ladies version (featuring a leather laced collar). It is another simple and bold, high impact knit. The Skier tucked in flight rises over the piste and in the back ground little trees can…
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Polo Ranger ‘Cookie Boots’ miniature
Now completed these miniature Ralph Lauren ‘Ranger’ or as they are known by collectors ‘Cookie Boots’, are a rugged mainstay to a RL collector’s show cupboard. Finishing touches just completed include black minuscule horsey logos to the ‘cookie’ patch (differentiating them from the originals that were released in the 90’s with Polo Country patch) and…
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Polo Wooden Ski Bear sweater
The Polo Bear (recreated in miniature) is seen as a downhill skier on a simple red sweater. He is completed mainly in clay in his alpine green sweater with dark stripe and white snowflake details, tweed trouser pants,boots and skis. To keep his ears warm he sports ear muffs. This is from the vintage…
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RL Polo Alpine ski sweater and hat combo
Polo Alpine ski sweater and hat. Although this cannot be considered as rare as some other pieces this still displays many of the attributes that make it very desirable: the classic traditional references, simple striking design and great quality. Here , artist Joseph Vaughan also recreates the matching ski bobble hat that has identical design.…
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Polo 1993 “North River White Water” rugby shirt
Another classic from the 90’s from RLPC. Continuing their rafting/nautical themes this rugby shirt came in a deep green with a blue band across the midrift and red border. On top graphics of two oars (containing the words ‘Polo’ and ‘1993’) cross over one another with ripples of water stretching across them. The swirly gold/yellow…
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Polo Rafting Club rugby shirt miniature
Polo Rafting Club Miniature. Why one would wear a rugby shirt when rafting is anyone’s guess but the simple elegance of this valuable piece is undeniable. Simple bold colour blocks of green, red and light turquoise blue with white collar and the bold san serif lettering of ‘RAFTING CLUB’ and…
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RL “Ghost Ski” ski jacket miniature
The RL “Ghost Ski” RL2000 jacket in miniature. Sleek,simple, dark and bold. This miniature recreates the elements of the original….A dynamic skier in silhouette, in full ‘tuck’ racing stance against early computer LCD style lettering. Various slogans from RL abound: RL2000, RLPC, POLO 1967, COMPETITION. Such a powerful yet simple piece from the popular RL2000…
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Cortina Shirt Miniature
1920’s Art Deco travel poster graphics. Vibrant. Energetic. Action sports. On a shirt. In miniature. Skiing in the Dolomites, Italy. There can be few more romantic locations. The skier explodes, airborne, across the back of this navy button up shirt.A spray of snow falls and sprays below and outwards. Another classic piece of clothing from…
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Polo Ralph lauren Cycle Jacket miniature
Another classic from the vaults of vintage Ralph Lauren with graphics from the unsung hero of 90’s RL design, Dick Tahsin. This vibrant and dynamic piece is a jacket with the cycle graphic adorning the back section.Over bold red/yellow/blue stripes the RL cyclist seems to be breaking out from the constraints of this vintage piece.…
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P Tennis Shirt
A richly detailed miniature version of another polo classic…the ‘P Tennis Shirt’. A detailed mix of a dramatic scene of a lawn tennis player’s forehand return watched on by spectators, a sepia print photo of a tennis team,tennis racquets,ticket passes all topped off with a bold P. This is a double sided shirt with an…
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Polo Cup Contest Polo Sport Tennis Shirt
Another art deco styled vintage polo shirt from Ralph Lauren’s Polo Sport. This is a very hard to find short sleeved polo shirt with superb tennis themed graphics. A vintage dressed tennis player plays a back shot with international flags billow in the wind at the Polo Cup Contest
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Twin Mallard Ducks Sweater Miniature
A whimsical and subtle design realized in clay. Twin Mallard ducks rise across an olive green sweater and red/orange ‘Polo’ lettering.
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The ‘Turn Around’ Polo Golf shirt
A number of polo shirts featuring golfers are in existence and are very sought after. This is known among collectors as the “Turn Around” due to the graphic of the golfer’s stance after striking the ball.It seems the actual name of the golfer in question is unknown. The golfer in his newsboy cap and his…
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Polo Promotional balls
Apart from clothing and homeware, some RL collectors will look for unusual items. Ralph Lauren have released various unusual items over the years including Polo Sport walkmans, coolboxes, dominoes, cigar cases and many more pieces,often acquired as promotional gifts with purchases of perfume. Recreated here in miniature are some of the sport related items; Polo…
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Golfbags Jacket
Golf is another of the recurring RL themes and indeed a whole line, “RL Golf” was developed for this particular sport. Here we have a Polo Golf summer cotton jacket with interesting graphics on the rear. Across a diagonal blue/white background three golf bags, stuffed with clubs and with on on the right also equipped…
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Ski Knit
Another whimsical ski scene mapped out across a woolen knit….recreated in miniature. This quaint sweater depicts alpine trees, a man skiing (with scarf bellowing behind him as he descends), mountains in the background and above all that shimmering stars in the sky. This miniature has been created using clay entirely, with each color and piece…
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R.L.Y.C Yachting/Sailing Jacket
Functionality and design meet in this inspiring piece…..recreated in miniature. The Ralph Lauren Yacht Club sailing jacket (which also features the popular , Dick Tahsin designed logo of the line ‘CP’ on the chest) features a two part color way of rich sunflower yellow and medium blue. The jacket fasteners are the very unique ‘fireman’s’…
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RL Ducati Sweater
Recurring themes within RL designs include: Skiing,climbing,outdoors sports,equestrian events,dogs and here motorcycles. This jet black woolen roll neck sweater features a Ducati race bike mid race, while to the left digital readouts of RL, Polo Ralph Lauren and the time difference of 0.6067 neatly includes the important number 67. Artist Joseph Vaughan originally wanted to…
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Polo Cycle Climb Ski Top
Another graphic power piece from the mind of Dick Tahsin who worked as a graphic illustrator for Ralph Lauren from 1986 to 1996. This roll/ski neck top features striking monochrome graphics juxtaposed against a technicolor fading logo. The subjects represent the extreme outdoors athletes which RL has an affinity with ; a mountain biker astride…
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Saddle and Mallets Sweater
Another desirable piece of knitwear…..realized entirely from clay in miniature. This sweater features a saddle, two mallets and balls, gloves and bridles…..and underscored with bold off axis POLO lettering. In a dark olive green this is a true gem amongst collectors!
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Suicide ski sweatshirt
The iconic suicide ski graphics appeared on a ski jacket but also double sided on a sweatshirt, which has been recreated as a miniature here. The ‘Suicide’ tag came about due to the fact that so sought after was the design that wearing it meant an act of ‘suicide’. Certainly the bold colors, patriotic overtones…
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Early Polo Sport polo Shirt
Before the ‘Polo Sport’ logo (designed by Dick Tahsin) that has become well known, examples of a minimalist, art deco style logo were available appearing on polo shirts and rugby shirts. Though simple, it is becoming increasingly rare and thus sought after so continues to command a high price. This bold and blocky design has…
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RL 2000 Ski Bear Sweater
This rich, vibrant and jaunty number features another incantation of the Polo Bear Series. On this sweater we see the futuristic ‘RL 2000’ bear dressed in his black ski suit (with black/grey details), eye protection and sunglasses. RL 2000 was yet another line from Ralph Lauren and pieces from this line are popular with aficionados.…
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The ‘Number 2 Bear’
So many fantastic designs of the Polo bear seem to be in existence….in one he is skateboarding, another swinging a golf club, sipping a martini and in this one keenly watching a polo match from the sidelines. Comprised from polymer clay, this miniature sculpture features what is known as the ‘Number 2’ bear sweater due…
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“Forever Bear” aka “The Bear within a bear within a bear”
There are certain collectable RL pieces that are almost mythological-pieces that collectors speak of but have rarely seen let alone have photographic evidence of. Promotional items, concept pieces or articles only available to certain staff members……the stories of such items will make a collectors heart race. One such item is the ‘Forever Bear’ or as…
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Polo Mallets Jacket
Miniature version of The Polo Mallets jacket. This jacket is originally a light cotton jacket for spring or fall, with solid black arms and crisp graphic on the rear. The polo match imagery is drawn upon- with polo mallets,riders’ helmets and a bridle for a polo horse.
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The RL Teddy Bear
The Teddy Bear is an enduring symbol for Ralph Lauren.It adorns T shirts,sweaters,ties,sheets…..the list is endless. Some of the popular sweaters much loved by collectors are already featured but here we see it in its simple and pure form. Based on the teddy bear given away with RL fragrances,this version is made entirely of clay…
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The 92 Firetruck or “Carlton Banks” Sweater
This miniature recreates the iconic Firetruck sweater released in 1992.A must have amongst collectors, this whimsical woolen wonder combines knitted graphic depictions of a firetruck carrying a christmas tree, forest green snow flakes,plaid style interlocking patterns and nordic inspired influences.It is also known as the “Carlton Banks” due to the side kick character to Will…
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The RL Fireball Aztec Ski jacket
Ralph Lauren has used the Aztec/Navajo/Indian Blanket theme on many pieces over the years for sweaters,shirts,blankets and jackets, harking back to the wild west and american history or perhaps to some ancient civilization. This very popular ski goose jacket is another incantation. Made up of fading bands of color with graphic overlays of geometric shapes…
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Polo Sportsman Knit
This miniature recreates a remarkable piece of vintage Ralph Lauren knitwear…..The Polo Sportsman Sweater. Usually to be found in a rustic olive green color and from the popular ‘Sportsman’ line this warm chunky woolen sweater has its unique graphic print applied straight onto the wool. The cartoon graphic depicts a rugged angler struggling to land…
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The Cross Flags
The cross flags line has to be one of the most highly prized amongst vintage Polo collectors. Released as a commemorative tribute to the first 20 years of output from Polo,various clothing (sweaters,sweat shirts,button ups etc) were released featuring the two flags and floating scroll with the 1967 and 1987 dates.Here,artist Joseph Vaughan, chose to…
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Sit Down Bear Jean Jacket
This miniature version of an RL denim classic carefully recreates the cool blue of the denim material with the graphic of the popular Polo Bear in acrylic paint.The bear himself sports a navy blue USA flag sweater,jeans and a belt.It also is completed with a separate ‘leather’ patch and its appropriate lettering…
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Polo Sportsman Central Forestry Service Shirt
The popular Polo Sportsman line of shirts,sweaters,T shirts etc is another highly sought after line.It has a rugged outdoors feel often with imagery of wild open plains,elks and deers, fishermen tussling with their catch or ,as in the case of this long sleeve shirt the dynamic graphic of a skier carving a line across a…
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1992 Grandpa Bear
Another classic in the very popular ‘Teddy Bear’ line. Dubbed the ‘Grandpa’ bear sweater from 1992, this is one of the rarer designs, the ‘Sit Down Bear’ being the most prevalent.This miniature is construction almost entirely from modelling clay with just the miniscule design ‘RL 1992’ on the bear’s own sweater being completed using acrylic…
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Polo Ball Baseball Jacket
Cherry red collegiate baseball jacket-Another highly prized Polo classic with striped cuffs and collar.Poking out from within the lining is a microscopic collar tab….This miniature has been varnished after construction to emulate the high-gloss silky sheen of the original
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The Polo Casino Roulette Shirt
This miniature recreates the exciting, high stakes classic of the Casino Roulette shirt. This short sleeved marvel with graphics by Dick Tahsin (creator of the different Polo Bear graphics) has been tirelessly recreated right down to the tiniest details-the numbers on the roulette wheel for example are approx 1 mm tall.This is a high powered,…
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St Tropez Grand Prix Shirt
Set against a jet black shirt this cartoon graphic of a classic sports car roaring through St Tropez,this miniature by artist Joseph Vaughan attempts to faithfully recreate another Polo classic..Details include a background of buildings and palm trees typical of St Tropez and the lettering which appear on the actual shirt…topped by the pure white…
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P Wing sweatshirt
Another important piece.This “P-Wing ” sweatshirt has been recreated using colored clay for the ‘hoops’ across the arms/shoulders and acrylic paint for the P Wing motif.
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Polo Ralph Lauren Sochi Olympic team Cardigan
The Sochi Olympic USA Team cardigan….as a miniature sculpture.Ralph Lauren took a very bold patriotic stance to this years Olympic uniforms for the USA Olympic team.Opinion is rather divided on this item with some feeling it is too garish ,while others see it as an instant classic….whatever your opinion it has to be said that…
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P-Wing T Shirt
The symbol to make any Polo collector’s heart skip a beat,the ‘P-Wing’.The winged P made its debut during the 90’s as a sports line and ever since was a must have for serious collectors.Prices are sky high for these vintage gems. Here one of the popular T shirt designs has been recreated,with solid blocks of…
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RLPC YACHT/SURF SHIRT
Measuring 10 cms tall and 10 cms wide this miniature sports an art deco influenced graphic of nautical themes. Oars sporting English,Italian and US flags, a lazy surfer and deep blue sea…Complete with microscopic ‘POLO’ and size collar tabs.
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Twin Ski Bear Sweater
Entirely produced using polymer clay this miniature recreates the jaunty and slightly humorous cotton sweater depicting two twin RL bears skiing. Every piece of this sweater was created using clay alone,cut carefully with a scalpel.
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Polo Stadium T Shirt
With a bold block of red colour bordering a black and white image of a javelin thrower and inscribed with the 1992 Stadium lettering ,this miniature rendition is of a very rare but highly sought after T – shirt:The “Polo Stadium 1992” line is one of the most desirable..
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The Raekwon Snow Beach/Cold Wave
“Can it all be so simple” ? Certainly the Wu Tang Clan official video in which Raekwon famously wore this track top did help propel this line from RL into the stratosphere.But its place can also perhaps be contributed in part by the bold,’in-your-face’ graphics with jarring florescent color scheme.It is controversial, some love it…
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The 9/11 sweater
On this poignant day of commemoration for those lives lost in the 9/11 tragedy,artist Joseph Vaughan presents his miniature version of the commemorative sweater Polo Ralph Lauren released shortly after the tragedy. Each detail is reproduced using polymer clay alone and includes the stars and stripes american flag,statue of liberty,USA map,red cross symbol,firefighters helmet and…
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The Royal Crest Silk Shirt
————-The Polo RL “Royal Crest” Miniature by Joseph Vaughan————– A limited edition series of eight miniature sculptures of the Ralph Lauren ‘Royal Crest’ Silk shirt. Each of these sculptures have been produced by hand by the creator of previous miniature ‘Power Pieces’Joseph Vaughan, and in this series Joseph has created one of the most iconic…
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The Alpine Rugby Shirt
With its ‘twin’, the similarly designed “Kayak” rugby, the ‘Alpine’ rugby combines bold coloring,simple type face and a sporty look. Part of the reason this shirt is so popular is due to rapper ‘Grand Puba’ (Brand Nubians) who wore the top on an appearance on MTV during the 90’s.
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The Royal Crest
Perhaps one of the grandest statements within RL logo designs is the “Royal Crest” and one of the best pieces to have that is on the wool sweater released during the 80’s and 90’s. This has been completed using only acrylic modelling clay,right down to the tiniest details of gold letters and piping. Available as…
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The “92 Ski” Coat
This piece takes its place amongst the ‘best of the best’ among collectable Polo items and has been lovingly recreated in all its glory,but small enough to fit in your hand.. Alongside the equally important ‘Suicide Ski’, this iconic ski coat ,the “92 Ski” is full of dynamic vibrancy..Across a backdrop of a jet black…
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Ralph Lauren Cashmere Bear Sweater
The cashmere bear sweater is a particularly rare and expensive piece,selling for over $3,000 on eBay.Indeed it is a luxury piece and being cashmere it would seem likely to have sold in stores during its release for around $1,200.Since then its price and appeal have only increased.Perhaps it’s the sleek,minimalist look coupled with its rarity…
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Polo Match Rugby Top
This vibrant , stand out piece of polo garment history has been recreated in miniature in polymer clay and acrylic paint. The tiny details of the four Polo players, riding their polo ponies, have been painstakingly rendered over many hours to faithfully represent this dynamic and almost cartoon-like graphic.The day glo orange is one of…
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Polo Mallets Polo Shirt
Simplicity in style and design can say a great deal. This RL Polo shirt (recreated as a 15 cm miniature) has this expressive simplicity at its core. The usually understated staple of any wardrobe,the Polo shirt, here is injected with a bold graphic depicting a polo player’s headgear,stirrups,mallets and a ball. The graphic gives an…
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P.C.R.L 1993
Geometric patterns combine to a startling simplicity… Workshirt with button up front,white collar and bold lettering adorning the back:a true ‘Power piece’. Made entirely of polymer clay,comes complete with microscopic paper tag
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The Miniature “Sit-down” Bear .
The essential staple of any collection…The popular ‘Bear range’ from Ralph Lauren came after a Steiff teddy bear was presented to Ralph by a member of his staff and since then bear designs have inhabited sweters,tracksuit tops,socks and bags..Artist Dick Tahsin was the man who created mischevious bears in a range of different poses and…
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Tiger Head baseball Jacket
The Tiger head baseball jacket in its original version,with leather sleeves and baseball script ‘Polo’ emblem
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Ralph Lauren Yacht Club
A lesser known line,the R.L.Y.C (Ralph Lauren Yacht Club) has the nautical theme appearing originally in the early 1990s.Again Ralph Lauren appears to recognize its appeal and has in recent years released new pieces to this line. This rugby shirt,recreated in miniature and in entirely in clay features the red cross background and an anchor…
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The 1992 Stadium Windbreaker
It would surely be impossible to make a selection of the most iconic and sought after RL pieces without including this,the “1992 Stadium Windbreaker”. The 1992 Stadium series of shirts,tops,pants,T-shirts ,caps and even bathrobes are some of the most collectable pieces for collectors of vintage RL. The desire to have pieces from this line is…
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Indian Head sweater
The famed “Indian Head sweater”.This has been completed entirely in polymer artists clay, tiny pieces all individually cut with a scalpel, as opposed to using paint. Joseph writes: “I tend to use only clay when the subject is a knit and the details i am trying to recreate are raised on the item ,such as on a…
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Polo Ranger Cookie boots
The Polo Ranger or “Cookie Boots” These are the iconic boots that collectors of Ralph Lauren hold in high regard. Cut high above the ankle and with a strap and buckle across the boot.They originally appeared in the 1990’s and had a “Cookie” (or round patch on the outside heel) which was of the ‘Polo…
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Riviera Italia Shirt
The ‘Riviera Italia’ shirt. A very intricate piece with very detailed graphics,this piece has an almost art deco feel and artwork on the shirt is double sided and this has all been recreated in miniature.. Starting with plain white clay base,the detailed and intricate artwork has been recreated using a tiny brush and acrylic paint,right…
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Group shot
Group shot of some of the pieces completed thus far….. The final goal is to produce 67 “Power Pieces” ; 67 of the most collectable vintage Ralph Lauren pieces… Included here are the “Snow Beach /Cold wave” track top,”Riviera Italia” silk graphic shirt,”Teddy Bear” knits,the “1992 Stadium windbreaker” and many more.. Included is a rule…
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Artistic representations of Collectable Ralph Lauren pieces by Joseph Vaughan
A collection of the most-sought-after and collectable vintage Ralph Lauren pieces,lovingly reproduced in miniature, by Joseph Vaughan.A Musician/DJ/writer and collector of Ralph Lauren items,the artist has devoted himself to producing 50 pieces of the best collectable RL merchandise ,in 1/12th scale…. The artwork explores the chronology of RL graphics,logos and designs and in the labour…