Jardinière

Art Historical Context

This elegant *Jardinière*, a planter from the Talavera Poblana workshops of colonial Mexico (1700–75), exemplifies the vibrant tin-glazed earthenware tradition that flourished in Puebla during the Viceroyalty of New Spain Measuring 44 × 41.9 cm, this piece was designed to hold ornamental plants, blending utility with opulent decoration in a time when such ceramics graced the homes of the elite. Talavera Poblana pottery drew from Spanish majolica techniques introduced in the 16th century but evolved with Mexican flair, incorporating bold cobalt blues, yellows, and floral motifs inspired by bot...