Bring home an authentic piece of Mexican folk art with this signed Jose Bernabe Tonalá Petatillo pottery teacup. Handmade in Tonalá, Jalisco, Mexico, this beautifully decorated cup features the traditional Petatillo crosshatched background with graceful crested birds, stylized flowers, and flowing botanical motifs.
The warm terracotta interior, intricate hand-painted decoration, and finely detailed Petatillo design exemplify the craftsmanship for which the Bernabe family is renowned. The underside retains the hand-painted Jose Bernabe signature, making this an especially desirable example for collectors.
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A wonderful addition to any collection of Tonalá pottery, Mexican folk art, or handmade artisan ceramics.
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with normal use. There is a small chip/loss to the foot rim (base), along with minor glaze skips, firing variations, and light wear typical of handmade Tonalá pottery. No cracks were observed. The hand-painted signature on the underside remains visible. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.
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