Height 7 1/4″ diameter
6″
Botijo Centerpiece Rustic .
HOLD A beautiful 18th-early glazed ceramic pitcher jar
made in Talavera de la Reina , Spain
known for its ceramic tradition since the Roman times. Also called
” búcaro ” or botijo. these pitchers were made especially for holding
water, or holy water , flowers . Most often they were made for the important
homes and for wealthy families and some were made for convents and monasteries ,
and they would feature crests or coats-of-arms associated with various
religious orders . this piece has stunning patterns and colors , the infinity
in blie with yellow gold colors with the sun and the stars . Faience , natural clays and enamels , always
conserving the traditional method dating back to the 16th century . Not to
confuse this beautiful piece with The nice handmade pieces by the artisans from
pueblo Mexico . This pitcher is the Talavera de la reyna of Spain from the 18th
Century . Antique Dealer Los Angeles CA
West Hollywood La Cienega Blvd. Melrose Ave . This piece would be the perfect
addition of history tradition and the magic of the old world charm and for
collectors . A great addition to your bibelot and decorative objects in a
library , or even on a bed side table with flowers . a conversation piece or even as a special
house warming gift . if you need a vase as a flower holder in a room , A great
Center Piece or add a splash of joy and color to your kitchen. It goes in a
styled Provençal provencial home and in a Spanish décor , or in a Farm part of
a Rustic look , interior design on a side bed table , or on top of a long table
as a centerpiece . Great vibrant colors
and patina with chips cracks losses etc due to use and the marks of the
centuries .
