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16" Tonala Barro Brunido Jug Signed by Master Potter & Artisan Salvador Vazquez

$ 118.77

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Condition: In very good vintage condition - one vertical glaze hairline at the Blue Cat's face - some very minor blemishes otherwise but nothing out of place for a vintage hand-crafted piece
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Culture: Mexican

    Description

    16" Tonala Barro Brunido Jug Signed by Master Potter & Artisan Salvador Vazquez
    A magnificent example of Tonala folk art pottery from one of their recognized master artisan's
    Large with beautiful decoration and form
    In very good vintage condition -  one vertical glaze hairline at the Blue Cat's face - some very minor blemishes otherwise but nothing out of place for a vintage hand-crafted piece
    Dimensions:  16"H with a 9.5" Diameter at the base
    Weight:  14 LBS
    Salvador Vazquez is an expert in the techniques of burnished pottery (barro bruñido) and preparing natural dyes.  He apprenticed under Jorge Wilmot in Tonalá for over 20 years.  Today, he is considered a master among masters and is recognized as the best artisan in Tonalá, even among his peers.  He reproduces traditional forms as well as develops new styles.  Also, one of the Great Masters of Mexican Folk Art, Salvador’s pieces are part of important collections in museums and galleries throughout Mexico and many other countries.  His favorite motifs include St. Santiago Matamoros, suns, moons, flowers and traditional Mexican motifs of eagles devouring snakes, Tastoan dancers and doves