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Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Spanish Colonial
Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada
Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada

Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A charming, handpainted terracotta lebrillo bowl from Granada, Spain (19th century)–these illustrative ceramic works collectively known as fajalauza pottery can be traced back to at ...

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19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Clay

Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada
Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada

Spanish 19th Century Fajalauza Bowl from Granada

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A charming, handpainted terracotta lebrillo bowl from Granada, Spain (19th century)–these illustrative ceramic works collectively known as fajalauza pottery can be traced back to at ...

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19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay

Antique Guatemalan Majolica Bowls
Antique Guatemalan Majolica Bowls

Antique Guatemalan Majolica Bowls

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These are sold separately. Please refer to which piece you are interested in at purchase. Early 20th c Majolica bowls from Guatemala. Great colors. Diameter varies from about 5.5 inc...

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Early 20th Century Guatemalan Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Majolica

Set of 6 Vintage Sherry Goblets, Spanish, Silver Plate, Celebration Liqueur Tot
Set of 6 Vintage Sherry Goblets, Spanish, Silver Plate, Celebration Liqueur Tot

Set of 6 Vintage Sherry Goblets, Spanish, Silver Plate, Celebration Liqueur Tot

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Our Stock # 18.7882 This is a set of 6 vintage sherry goblets. A Spanish, silver plate celebration liqueur tot, dating to the late 20th century, circ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Silver Plate

19th Century Glazed Earthenware Talavera Floral Painted Pitcher
19th Century Glazed Earthenware Talavera Floral Painted Pitcher

19th Century Glazed Earthenware Talavera Floral Painted Pitcher

Located in Miami, FL

A striking Spanish glazed earthenware handled yellow, green and blue painted pitcher, the body underglaze floral decorated Talavera de la Reina pottery is a craft made in Talaver...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Spanish Colonial
Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Spanish Colonial

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Spanish Colonial

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant surrealist sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Spanish colonial style sink is a perfect piece to bring personality and light to bathrooms and restrooms. Its warm colors bring light to the piece, creating a cozy effect in the atmosphere where it is placed. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques.One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s
Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s

Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hand Forged Iron Ashtray / Vide-Poche or Drinks Tray, Spain, 1930-1940. Spanish Wrought Iron Ashtray with Handles. This handcrafted ashtray is heavily adorned by the hammer marks tho...

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20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Spanish Foliage Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Gilt Iron & Wood
Spanish Foliage Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Gilt Iron & Wood

Spanish Foliage Centerpiece Basket Bowl in Gilt Iron & Wood

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern gilt iron and carved wood basket centerpiece / fruit bowl, 1950s-1960s Handcrafted in Spain at the Mid-20th century period in the style of Spanish Colonial. Eye-c...

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20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Collection of Five Antique Spanish Handmade and Forged Copper Cook Pans
Collection of Five Antique Spanish Handmade and Forged Copper Cook Pans

Collection of Five Antique Spanish Handmade and Forged Copper Cook Pans

Located in Miami, FL

Great collection of antique Spanish handmade and forged copper cook pans - pots from the 1800s. The perfect accessory for your Country Colonial Kitchen. Th...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Copper

Handblown Glass Goblets Mexican Style Table Decor Cobalt Blue
Handblown Glass Goblets Mexican Style Table Decor Cobalt Blue

Handblown Glass Goblets Mexican Style Table Decor Cobalt Blue

By Arte de Mexico

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Enhance your table with these stunning handblown cobalt blue glass goblets, crafted by skilled artisans in Guadalajara, Mexico. Each piece showcases the beauty of traditional Mexican...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant white and blue jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher, Toledo, Spain
20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher, Toledo, Spain

20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher, Toledo, Spain

Located in Miami, FL

20th century Spanish glazed cruche or pitcher, Toledo, Spain The purpose of storing water in an earthenware pitcher is to keep the water cool.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic

Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant white and blue vase made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Pair of Talavera Decorative Vase made of Ceramic, Blue & White
Pair of Talavera Decorative Vase made of Ceramic, Blue & White

Pair of Talavera Decorative Vase made of Ceramic, Blue & White

Located in Miami, FL

Elegant white and blue Talavera vase made. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translate...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Vintage Talavera folk art glazed ceramic plate - medium size - hand made - featuring a central hand painted stylized design within an elaborate border - signed on ...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

South American Sterling Silver Hand Made Embossed Picture Frame / Mirror 1940´s
South American Sterling Silver Hand Made Embossed Picture Frame / Mirror 1940´s

South American Sterling Silver Hand Made Embossed Picture Frame / Mirror 1940´s

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

South American sterling silver hand made / Embossed picture frame / mirror 1940´s. Marked hand-made and 925 (it´s the sterling mark in south america). Perfect for any Mexican Style h...

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Mid-20th Century Argentine Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Plate - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Vintage Talavera folk art glazed ceramic plate - medium size - hand made - featuring a central hand painted floral pattern within an elaborate border - signed on t...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Mid 18th Century Glazed Ceramic Botija found in Southern Mexico
Mid 18th Century Glazed Ceramic Botija found in Southern Mexico

Mid 18th Century Glazed Ceramic Botija found in Southern Mexico

By G. None

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

This elegant antique jar was hand-crafted in Spain circa 1760; round in shape with narrow base and neck, the vessel features a rolled rim at the top accented with a mustard color gla...

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Mid-18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Vintage Talavera folk art glazed ceramic charger - large size - hand made - featuring a central hand painted bird and foliage within an elaborate border - signed o...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Blue White

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant white and blue sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century
URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Hand Painted Pottery Charger - Mexico - Late 20th Century

URIARTE TALAVERA - Vintage Talavera folk art glazed ceramic charger - large size - hand made - featuring hand painted flowers and swans within a double line border - signed on the cr...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

Authentic Talavera Decorative Plate Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Authentic Talavera Decorative Plate Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

Authentic Talavera Decorative Plate Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant white and blue plate made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Clay, Ceramic, Majolica

Cobre Y Laton Mexican Brass Coffee Service with Tray, Sugar, Creamer, Taxco
Cobre Y Laton Mexican Brass Coffee Service with Tray, Sugar, Creamer, Taxco

Cobre Y Laton Mexican Brass Coffee Service with Tray, Sugar, Creamer, Taxco

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Chicago, IL

Signed Mexican brass coffee service set including matching tray, sugar pot and creamer. This is an artist original by artisan J.R.R. of the Taxco area, as marked on base of all piece...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Brass

Catalina Vase and set of 11 Juice Glasses by Consolidated Glass Company
Catalina Vase and set of 11 Juice Glasses by Consolidated Glass Company

Catalina Vase and set of 11 Juice Glasses by Consolidated Glass Company

Located in Red Lion, PA

This exquisite vase and matching set of 11 juice glasses are a stunning example of the Catalina design by the Consolidated Glass Company of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. Designed by the ...

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1920s American Vintage Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Glass

Partagás Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Collectible 1960s
Partagás Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Collectible 1960s

Partagás Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Collectible 1960s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Partagás Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Dish Collectible 1960s. Small white and gold advertising ashtray dish with the gold logo of Partagas cigars, the double crown, gold pieces of money a...

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Late 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Glazed Earthenware Blue and White Painted Pitcher, Signed Talavera
20th Century Glazed Earthenware Blue and White Painted Pitcher, Signed Talavera

20th Century Glazed Earthenware Blue and White Painted Pitcher, Signed Talavera

Located in Miami, FL

A striking Spanish glazed earthenware handled blue and white painted pitcher, the body underglaze blue decorated & heraldic shield Talavera de la Reina pottery is a craft made in ...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher
20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher

20th Century Spanish Glazed Cruche or Pitcher

Located in Miami, FL

20th century Spanish glazed cruche or pitcher The purpose of storing water in an earthenware pitcher is to keep the water cool.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Hotel Ritz Madrid Linen Table Napkins in Red and White, Set of 4
Vintage Hotel Ritz Madrid Linen Table Napkins in Red and White, Set of 4

Vintage Hotel Ritz Madrid Linen Table Napkins in Red and White, Set of 4

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A rare set of four linen table napkins from the iconic Hotel Ritz Madrid. This vintage set includes four table napkins in white, each stamped with the Hot...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Linen

Vintage Stoneware Talavera White underglaze Large Bowl with Blazon Spain
Vintage Stoneware Talavera White underglaze Large Bowl with Blazon Spain

Vintage Stoneware Talavera White underglaze Large Bowl with Blazon Spain

By Artesania Talaverana

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage 20th Century glazed earthenware white underglaze hand painted stoneware large Talavera bowl, kiln fired. Spanish Talavera crackled white handcrafted ceramic with a royal like hand painted blazon family coat of arms shield style design. Large size, shallow dish, deep bowl great to use for fruit display or serving platter. Dimensions: 19" diameter x 4" Height. Coat of Arms where first used in the 12th century. Talavera de la Reina...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Stoneware, Ironstone

Vintage Talavera Large Stoneware White Bowl Spain
Vintage Talavera Large Stoneware White Bowl Spain

Vintage Talavera Large Stoneware White Bowl Spain

By Artesania Talaverana

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage 20th Century glazed earthenware white underglaze hand painted stoneware large Talavera bowl, kiln fired. Spanish Talavera crackled white handcrafted ceramic with a royal like hand painted blazon family coat of arms shield style design. Large size, shallow dish, deep bowl great to use for fruit...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Ironstone, Clay

Vintage Boho Mexican Hand Painted Platter
Vintage Boho Mexican Hand Painted Platter

Vintage Boho Mexican Hand Painted Platter

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exuberant ceramic platter showcases the rich tradition of Mexican folk art, reminiscent of the famous Talavera style with its vibrant palette and dense, stylized floral patterni...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Lead

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Black White Modern
Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Black White Modern

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Black White Modern

By Cesar

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Elegant black and white jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico while cre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Spanish Colonial serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage serveware, ceramics, silver and glass created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial serveware, ceramics, silver and glass made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, and Mexico pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, popular names associated with this style include Cesar, and Taxco. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for serveware, ceramics, silver and glass differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $7,540 while the average work can sell for $1,135.