(2) Talavera Polychrome Pottery Covered Urns, Mexico

Lot description

(lot of 2) Talavera polychrome tin-glazed earthenware covered urns, Mexico, 20th c., each having lid with rounded finial, above tapered body, including: (1) Santa Rosa, Guanajuato, depicting two blue birds flanking blossoming flower, among repeating foliate scrollwork, signed Sta. Rosa, Gta., Mexico underfoot, approx 13"h, 8"diam; (1) decorated with overlapping flowers and foliate motifs on geometric ground, approx 16"h, 9"diam; typical small chips under lids, 17.75lbs total Provenance: The estate and interior design collection of Gay Ratliff (Martha Gay Kokernot Ratliff, Austin, Texas, 1942-2023) PLEASE NOTE: Earthenware pottery pieces are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have repairs, small breaks, chips, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.