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16th Hispano-Mooris Polychrome Talavera Jar with Metallic Reflections

$5,322.84
£3,944.43
€5,467.50VAT Included
CA$7,361.57
A$7,424.20
CHF 4,322.09
MX$90,356.23
NOK 49,533.72
SEK 51,185.69
DKK 34,311.28

About the Item

Magnificent Talavera ceramic vase or albarelo, hand-decorated with stylized plant motifs in cobalt blue and oxide red on an ivory white background, topped with a characteristic copper-plated glaze, typical of the Hispano-Moorish techniques inherited from 18th-century New Spain and Spain. The slightly rounded, cylindrical body features visually powerful rhythmic decoration with free, expressive brushstrokes. The flared, outward-turning upper rim is designed for both function and aesthetics, suggesting its use as a luxury utilitarian object or as an ornamental piece in high-status domestic contexts. This type of pottery is highly representative of the Viceregal Baroque, with clear Mudejar influences and a technical mastery that makes it a standout work within the pottery tradition of Talavera de la Reina (Spain) or Puebla (Mexico), depending on the origin.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Diameter: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Spain
  • Period:
    16th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1550
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Marbella, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3044345412262

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