Vintage Gear: Michael Jordan Caricature Pennant By Bruce Stark

Bruce Stark dominated sports cartoon apparel and memorabilia in the late 1980s and early ’90s. His exaggerated, incredibly realistic takes on athletes and celebrities made him a modern Norman Rockwell, showing up across the media spectrum and nestling comfortably in popular culture. In 1986-87, Stark added Michael Jordan to his roster of stars, often highlighting Jordan’s then-budding reputation of athleticism and, of course, protruding tongue. This pennant was one of the key retail pieces, printed by Salem, the sportswear company that also produced countless t-shirts featuring Stark’s timeless art.

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