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The pre-Hispanic tradition of creating ceramics
and earthenware is continued today by a talented generation of potters in
Tonalá, Jalisco. The pieces shown here illustrate (left and center)
the carefully decorated and burnished works of well-known artists Salvador
Vasquez and Javier Ramos, and (right) the high-fire blue and brown table-ware
of Manuel Morales. Javier Ramos also specializes in happy-skeleton images
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Salvador Vasquez plates & vases: $88.00 to $125.00
Javier Ramos plates: $110.00 (14 in.) to $135.00 (18 in.);
intricately painted large urns: $750.00
Manuel Morales large (18 in. dia.) bowl: $750 (See below!)
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Angel Santos
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Talavera is the Mexican variation of majolica ware, brought to Mexico by Spanish artisans.
A myriad of decorative and utilitarian designs are made in this tradition from the states of Puebla,
Guanajuato and Michoac·n. Photos available on request.
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Talavera plates (about 14 in.): $45.00 to $75.00
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Ceramist Manuel Morales uses the traditional glazing colors of cobalt blue and brown from iron
oxide for his high-fired works. Collectors are attracted by his interpretation of the sun images so
prevalent in Mexican folk art. Morales produces a variety of pieces, including plates (see above),
bowls, cups vases, and urns. Use the Order button, below, to contact us for more information.
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Cups: $26.00
Vase (about 10 in.): $175.00
Bowls (about 14 in.): $250.00
Large bowls (about 18 in. x 12 in. deep): $750.00
Urns: $250.00 & up
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