This is an authentic 3-piece coordinating trio of studio art pottery temple jars by renowned artisan José Torres. One of the jars retains the original inner maker's sticker reading: "Jose Torres L.A. Collection - (Made by Hand )in Mexico."
Established in 1980, the José Torres Collection is highly celebrated for high-end, handcrafted mixed-media art pieces. This stunning set features a square architectural terracotta clay body clad in a textured metallic silver foil overlay.
The pieces are beautifully stylized by design to create a curated, high-end look:
- Large & Medium Jars: Feature a deeply antiqued finish with silver and black/gunmetal tones mixed together, horizontal wavy woodgrain textures, and sharp flame finial lids.
- Small Jar: Features a brighter, lighter silvery finish with vertical textured lines and a softer, factory-rounded matching lid.
Approximate Dimensions (Measured at widest upper point):
- Large Jar: 12" H x 6" W
- Medium Jar: 9.5" H x 5" W
- Small Jar: 7.5" H x 4.5" W
Brand: José TorresOrigin: MexicoProduction Technique: Studio Pottery / Hand-MadeMaterial: Clay, Ceramic, Metal Foil Overlay
Condition:
Good pre-owned studio art condition. There are no major cracks or large breaks, and the lids fit beautifully. *******Please note: There is one small chip on the large jar (see the dedicated close-up photo). at the top edge of largest jar. ( right underneath where the lid meets the jar) .. other than that excellent condition. There is minor, natural rubbing to the silver foil finish along the inner hidden rims where the lids rest, which is standard for this artisan style and hidden when displayed.