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What is painted Mexican pottery called?
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Although many types of pottery are produced by Mexican artisans, the most well-known painted Mexican pottery is called Talavera. Pueblo potters began handcrafting Talavera pieces out of volcanic clay in this style during the 17th century. Talavera pottery typically features bright, colorful motifs, such as floral patterns. Explore a selection of painted Mexican pottery on 1stDibs.
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Vintage Mata Ortiz Style Mexican Pottery Set
By Mata Ortiz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Mexican Mata Ortiz style small clay studio pottery set.
Mata Ortiz pottery style with
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Hand Painted Ceramic Bowl From Guerrero, Mexico, 1970´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hand painted ceramic bowl from Tuliman, Guerrero, 1970´s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Country Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Vintage Mexican Tonala Pottery Hand Painted Bird
By Tonala Pottery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Mexican Tonala hand painted pottery bird Folk Art.
Flora de la Cruz Acapulco Gro Mexico
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Mexican Tonala Pottery Hand Painted Bird Folk Art
By Tonala Pottery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Mexican Tonala hand painted pottery bird Folk Art.
Flora de la Cruz Acapulco Gro Mexico
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery, Ceramic
Mexican Wall Face Plates in the style of Picasso
Located in New York, NY
Unique and a rare find are these fabulous Mexican wall face plates in the style of Picasso. Lots
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
$1,250 / set
Mexican Tonala Hand Painted Colorful Pottery Dove
By Tonala Pottery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Mexican Tonala hand painted pottery dove Folk Art.
Rita Tilleya Yelapa Mexico hand painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic