Describe the characteristics of the Spanish Origins in Chocolate Jar with Iron-Locked Lid's Historical Background.
This artistic tradition and its name originated in Spain, specifically Talavera de la Reina in Toledo, which was known for its tin-glazed earthenware. Margaret Connors McQuade, in her chapter on the “Talavera Poblana: Four Centuries of a Mexican Ceramic Tradition” in Talavera Poblana: Four Centuries of a Mexican Ceramic Tradition, states that it is unclear exactly how the Talavera pottery style made its way over to Mexico. However, she points to a theory that some Dominican friars in Puebla requested that other friars come from Talavera to introduce the techniques. There is still evidence of the Spanish origins in some of the decorations. For example, the slanted parallel lines that make panels with the repeated motif, the fabric swags, and the fringe are all featured on this vessel come from the Talavera style of Spain.
Talavera de la Reina earthenware tin-glaze Talavera tradition Talavera pottery Puebla