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Pitcher / Jarra
1775-1810, Puebla, Mexico
Houghton Sawyer Collection, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Holstius,
Museum of International Folk Art (Museum of New Mexico), Santa Fe
Photo by Paul Smutko

Pale colors, the horseshoe scroll motif, delicate flowers and lattice work all reflect influences from French Rococo ceramics introduced to Mexico through Spanish ceramics from the town of Alcora.