Late 20th Century Pitcher – Mexican Folk Art Ceramic Ewer / Jarra

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A boldly expressive hand-painted ceramic ewer with a rounded bulbous body, dramatically ruffled and fluted spout, and an elegant arching … Read more A boldly expressive hand-painted ceramic ewer with a rounded bulbous body, dramatically ruffled and fluted spout, and an elegant arching handle glazed in soft green. The freehand brushwork sweeps across the body in vivid cobalt blue, terracotta orange, and sage green over a cream ground — each stroke confident and unrepeated, giving the piece a distinctly painterly, one-of-a-kind quality. A showcase of Mexican folk ceramic artistry at its most vibrant.

Time Period: c. 1960s–1980s

Origin: Mexico — consistent with Tonalá or Tlaquepaque, Jalisco

Design Style: Mexican Folk Art / Artisanal Ceramic / Global Bohemian

Condition: Good — vivid glaze throughout; minor crazing consistent with handmade folk pottery; no chips or losses

Provenance: The Tonalá and Tlaquepaque regions of Jalisco, Mexico have been centers of folk ceramic production for centuries, supplying both domestic and export markets with boldly painted hand-formed wares. The ruffled spout, bulbous body, and sweeping polychrome brushwork are characteristic of the region's mid-century decorative output, which saw strong demand from American and European importers during the craft revival of the 1960s–80s.

Collection: La Tropicana by DĒSSO-CŪRATED


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