Talavera refers to a type of pottery that originated and is made in Mexico. Even though the term Talavera came from the town of Talavera de la Reina in Spain, the Talavera pottery began in Mexico
Home of Talavera
Because it originated in Mexico, Talavera tile and pottery form an essential part of the Mexican culture. The heart of the Talavera art lies in the quality of the clay that is found in the Puebla region of Mexico. This clay is rich and of volcanic nature, making it suitable for making Talavera art. Other Mexican cities that are known for producing these tiles include Cholula, Tecali, San Pablo, and Atlixco. These cities have the rich volcanic soil necessary for making the tiles, but most importantly, they have the history, culture, and technique for making the pottery and art.
Colors of Talavera
The Talavera art uses bold and bright colors to make the pieces of work that are made. In the early days of Talavera art, the major color that was used to make these tiles is cobalt blue. During those days, blue was regarded with a lot of prestige and it was the most expensive color available. Because of the costliness of the cobalt blue color, craftsmen started to shift from using blue to other colors. Over time, these colors also became permitted in Talavera art. These colors include orange, green, mauve, black, and yellow. All these colors are made from natural pigments. The paint strokes that you will normally see on these tiles usually appear blurry because of the glazing process that they are taken through.
Talavera art has become very popular across the world and is used in a wide range of products, including planters, jars, and plates. This art is also used in the decoration of inside and outside of houses and other structures.