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(3) Mexico Folk Art Green-Glazed Pottery Centerpiece Bowl & Plates

Price realized
$336
Pre-sale estimate
$80 – $150
Hammer price
$275
Category
Fine Art
Sold
June 21, 2025
Sale
SPECIAL 9AM START-DAY 2- JUNE 2025 ANTIQUES & ESTATES AUCTION

Lot description

(lot of 3) Tin-glazed folk art pottery tableware, likely Michoacan, Mexico, 20th c., each in a dark green glaze, including: (1) footed centerpiece bowl, having scalloped border comprised of applied shell motifs, central painted flower, rising on scrolled feet, approx 4.5"h, 14.5"diam; (2) plates, (one) depicting butterfly, (one) depicting lion, approx 10.5"diam; 8lbs 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.

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.