Talavera
Poblana Ceramic Urn
A monumental Talavera Poblana ceramic urn from Puebla, Mexico, dating to the early 18th century — a period regarded as the golden age of this uniquely American ceramic tradition. The urn stands 68 cm tall and features the characteristic cobalt blue and white palette with polychrome accents in yellow, orange, and green. The painted decoration depicts a procession of deer and exotic birds through a stylized landscape, framed by geometric borders derived from Moorish tile traditions brought to Mexico via Spain. Talavera Poblana of this period is increasingly recognized by international auction houses, with comparable pieces achieving six-figure results.