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Lot # K437

Bold Talavera Hand-Painted Set — Tray, Butter Dish & Candleholder View Watchlist >

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Lot # K437
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Bold Talavera Hand-Painted Set — Tray, Butter Dish & Candleholder

Bursting with color and personality, this delightful three-piece ceramic ensemble celebrates the timeless artistry of Talavera-style pottery. Each piece has been hand-painted with sweeping florals, cheerful geometrics, and that unmistakable interplay of bold colors that made Talavera famous in Puebla, Mexico. The lively palette and intricate brushwork echo centuries-old ceramic traditions, where artisans still shape and decorate each piece individually, resulting in subtle, charming variations. A Campbell’s soup can appears in the photos to help convey scale, though it’s not nearly as colorful as the ceramics beside it.

Condition
In good condition with typical signs of gentle use. The candlestick shows wax residue, and all pieces display the slight, authentic variations expected in hand-painted pottery. No major flaws noted.

Dimensions
• Candlestick: 8" height
• Butter Dish: 4.5" x 8.75" x 4"
• Tray: 13.5" x 7.5"
• Three-piece set

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