Hand-painted clay pot with lid, Olaria do Redondo — Alentejo, c. 1960-70
Description
A piece that encapsulates all the most genuine aspects of traditional Alentejo ceramics. Produced in the Redondo Pottery, this small earthenware pot is decorated with hand-painted floral motifs in cobalt blue — an iconic palette of the region, inspired by Portuguese tiles and blooming fields.
The bell-shaped lid rests lightly on the pot's mouth, and the interior maintains the natural tone of the clay. It could have been used to store spices, sugar, or even candies — today it serves as a decorative piece or a container for small domestic rituals.
- Origin: Redondo, Alentejo — Portugal
- Date: 1960s-70s (approx.)
- Manufacture: Wheel-thrown earthenware, hand-painted with traditional glaze
- Artisan/Author: Typical production of local potteries
- Materials: Red clay with blue and cream glaze
- Condition: Excellent condition, with minor natural irregularities from handmade production
Note: Pieces from Olaria do Redondo are unique — each brushstroke reveals the hand that painted it. Variations are part of their identity.
Love
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Design
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