ceramic

Flowers blossom with an exuberant feast of colors on a serving bowl designed in the Talavera style of the state of Puebla. The motifs are painted by hand over the ivory-color ceramic bowl with a palette that includes yellowish-orange, blue, and green flowers over a crisscross network of dots and crosses. Bordered by a black honeycomb, this beautiful dish comes from the 'Zacatlán Flowers' collection designed by Pedro Tecayehuatl.

Talavera is a distinctive art form brought to Mexico by artisans from Talavera de la Reina, Spain. The ceramic artisans of Puebla, Mexico then incorporated Chinese designs, thus creating the blue and oyster-white patterns traditionally associated with Talavera Poblana. Today there are also more "contemporary" designs that include yellow, green, orange, mauve, black and red.

National and international conventions require that a rigorous procedure be followed in the elaboration of authentic Talavera-style ceramics. Each individual piece will be slightly different, and therefore a unique work of art.

Perfect for tapas or snacks, this wonderful appetizer platter is from Ivan Martinez in Mexico. The artisan works in the traditional style of Talavera ceramics to create the colorful, hand-painted set, which includes a square platter, a small round central bowl and four dishes that fit around the bowl.

Pomegranates are a famous part of the classic Armenian arts, as these sweet fruits are known omens of happy marriages and passion. Present in many regional crafts, the motifs take an avant-garde turn in Shahe Harutyunyan's ceramic platter. Geometric formations create diverse pomegranate details, allowing for a sophisticated aura around the accessory. In addition, a glazed finish enhances the palette of red, brown, black and turquoise hues, allowing for a vibrant look.

In the traditional style of Talavera handicrafts, colorful hand-painted designs decorate this rectangular casserole dish from Mexico. Armando Sobreyra creates this wonderful ceramic dish for family gatherings.

Painted by hand with red floral motifs that evoke the intense vibes of Mexico's celebrations, Sergio Ponce's newest creation follows a traditional Talavera ceramic style that will transport you to a classic hacienda. The appetizer platter has five removable sections surrounding a bowl in the center, making it excellent for a gathering with loved ones.

An abstract shape adds uniqueness and majesty to a gorgeous accessory directly from the luxurious Armenian lands. Shahe Harutyunyan handcrafts this ceramic platter in a palette of blue hues, adding a glazed finish that enriches the design's sublime aura. As a traditional touch, a pomegranate detail adorns the accessory, foreshadowing good fortune and abundance.

This lovely condiment set comes with a rectangular pine wood tray that holds three small ceramic bowls handcrafted and hand-painted in the traditional Talavera style. Mexico's Armando Sobreyra creates this delightful set that is a stylish way to store your spices or serve salsa, guacamole and more.